2005 Saturn VUE Red Line AWD review from North America
"An attractive oddball that's faster than it looks"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Ignition cylinder replaced twice. Receiver in sliding roof window mechanism replaced. Both under warranty. Rear wheel alignment is out and can only be fixed with after-market part.
General comments?
Strong handling, Honda engine and distinct styling make this an attractive package that stands out from the crowd.
However, road noise is high and the quirky controls--designed evidently to be different rather than useful--take quite a while to learn. The on-demand AWD isn't much use in everyday driving; the lag leaves the slightly aggressive driver chirping the 18-inch low profile tires on starts and corners. But, at least, you'll be doing it from some of the more comfortable seats around.
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| This is the biggest piece of junk I have ever had the displeasure of owning |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Hond V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 15 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 21876 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Windstar |
| Date of Entry | 14th November, 2007 |