2005 Saturn ION Ion 3 2 door coupe review from North America
"Not worth the trouble"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced fuel pump at 700 miles.
Key stuck in the ignition
Replaced ingition 2 twice.
General comments?
I purchased my ION 2 door coupe in July 2005. At 742 miles, my car refused to start. I had it towed to the dealership. They had to replace the fuel pump. (I had not even registered the car at this point).
2 months later, I could not get the key out of the ignition. It took me quite some time to find the solution in the owners manual. The sticking key problem would come and go. Finally in October 2005 I had them install a new ignition.
Today (December 27, 2005) I went out and the car would not turn off. I could not even use the little by pass button to remove the key.
Right now the car is at the Saturn dealership and as far as I am concerned, it can stay there! 3 major problems in less than 6 months.
I owned 2 Saturn SC prior to this vehicle and never had any problems with them. Very disappointed and currently looking for a new and unexpected Christmas present for myself.
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| We like our ION, dislike Saturn, the Company |
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| An excellent car at a great price |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12 miles |
| Most recent distance | 5250 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SC |
| Date of Entry | 27th December, 2005 |