Overview & Reviews

Saturn has upgraded the Ion with new fabrics, improved plastics and a new radio with MP3 and satellite radio capability. The electric steering has been revised for improved feel at highway speeds, while the sedan's five-speed automatic and the coupe's CVT have been recalibrated for improved gear selection and response. Finally, Saturn has installed additional sound-deadening material to reduce cabin noise. A Special Edition version of the sedan provides black exterior paint, distinctive 16-inch wheels and a two-tone interior.

User Reviews:

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  Not as good as SL Series - 2004 Saturn ION
  By Mike S. - October 2 - 2:43 pm

  Very good mileage and such things as tires, brakes, last a long time. I am still on the original brakes. However, have had the ignition switch changed twice for passlock failure during cold months. Also had a bad turn signal light and left headlight wiring harness. Very noisy body rattles during the winter months. So bad I thought my Mcpherson struts were bad. Trans seal went and cost $300 to fix. As weather warmed up, body rattles went away. New Saturns probably wont have that problem as panels are no longer plastic. I also own a 97 SL1 Saturn which has 109K on it. I dont expect this car to last as long. It is a glorifed Chevy Cobalt. Not sure my next car will be a Saturn

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  Saturn ION3 - 2004 Saturn ION
  By Disnydude1 - September 5 - 2:00 am

  After having this ION 3 for 1 week, I am totally in love with it. All the automatic features are awesome. The pickup is great for a 4 cyl. engine. It rides beautifully and handles great. There is plenty of room for me in the front.

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  Good inexpensive car - 2004 Saturn ION
  By kevin68 - July 18 - 2:00 am

  I really like my saturn Its fun to drive Great gas mileage Alittle noisy Overall a good buy

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  Good Car For The Money - 2004 Saturn ION
  By Mike The LV Bear - July 7 - 10:00 am

  This ION is my second Saturn (I traded in a 2000 SL1), and its the best Ive ever driven. I love its quirky design and interior (a refreshing change from the cookie-cutter designs from Asia) and its overall value for the money. Of course, the large rebates and low financing helped; I went back to Saturn in part because of the dealer and because the SL1 was a reliable car. So far, no regrets.

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  Great example of thinking outside of box - 2004 Saturn ION
  By Sidney - June 19 - 9:43 am

  Great car. Great example of thinking outside the box. It is an example of what I used to like about Saturn, not afraid to try something new. How many times have you bought a new car and only months later, find that you have door dings all over it from parking? Solution: Polymer body panels. The center console some people hate but I just love it. So much easier to see the instrumentation without having to look thru the steering wheel. The engine is smooth and refined, but the trans could use a bit of tuning. 2nd to 3rd shift is a bit abrupt when cold. The only service issue I have had in 50,000 miles are loose front stabilizer bushings. Front seats a bit soft. Very reliable so far.

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  03 saturn - 2004 Saturn ION
  By Hard worker - April 19 - 10:00 am

  I got into a drivers side impact accident and the car saved my life. I walked away with just a bruise and the car was totaled.

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  Saturn ION 3 - 2004 Saturn ION
  By drkeer - April 13 - 10:00 am

  Terrible reflections from dash to interior windshield. Dash lighting(red lamps are terrible. You can see them at night but in the day time they are impossible to read. Noisy rude. Interior finish is also below standard. No dash control for Cabin light. Interior room is lacking . Nowhere to put Items when you are traveling. Coffe holders are too small.

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  Solid Little Car - 2004 Saturn ION
  By ron nelson - March 19 - 9:33 am

  I have no complaints about my Saturn ION 2. Its a solid compact car. I love the exterior design. It handles very well on the road. Excellent gas mileage. Good power. Easy handling . I think its a solid little car. A very good family car. I have the car two years. It runs perfect, no mechanical problems. I would recommend this car highly to anyone looking for a solid car.

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  Needs More Power - 2004 Saturn ION
  By Jeffmilwak - January 17 - 10:00 am

  The ION is great for around town driving. It loses out on freeway driving. Especially during summer when AC is on and headlights are on at night. There is no reserve power. Car shakes and rattles over 65 mph. Suspension is typical Saturn - you feel every bump in the road. We bought it because the price was right; resale ok as well. Plan to sell it late July or August.

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  ION owner - 2004 Saturn ION
  By BDubb - January 17 - 10:00 am

  I really like this cars its fun and easy to drive.