Overview & Reviews

The entry-level Ion 1 trim level has been dropped for 2006. Wheel designs have been revised, OnStar is now standard across the board, and air conditioning has moved to the options list for the Ion 2. Upgraded performance is available via an optional Enhanced Performance package, which includes antilock brakes, a sport-tuned suspension and a 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 170 horsepower.

• Limited rear legroom, center-mounted instrumentation takes some getting used to, below-average interior materials.

User Reviews:

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  Vehicle would not shut off, key stuck - 2006 Saturn ION
  By 2006 Ion 2.4,level 3 - October 18 - 10:56 pm

  Today I could not get the key out of the ignition with the vehicle running. I called Onstar, they connected me to a tow truck service. I called Saturn of Warren, Michigan. Mike at the Service Department did not seem surprised at all of the problem with the vehicle. He stated to me as the key is used in the ingintion, metal shavings come off the key and block up the ingintion center. I have owned the vehicle since 12 05, I also had the driver side window fall off the hinges on "the Freeway", I had to pull off at rush hour and push the window back in the door. Thankfully, I paid for the exented warrenty to 7 yrs or 75k miles, I wish now I paid for the 10, 100k warrenty.

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  Saturn ION - 2006 Saturn ION
  By Do not buy this car! - September 6 - 11:36 pm

  I bought this car for my daughter on 12/05. The Saturn ION is junk! She has been stranded THREE times with the key stuck in the ignition and the engine still running. The lift motor in the driver side window broke. Now, the passenger rear window is broken. The car was leaking copious amounts of gas until it was unsafe to drive. Ignition cylinder has been replaced three times. The car only has 45,000 miles. I am so upset with this car that I am thinking of trading in my 2009 Silverado and NEVER buying a GM product again! Will be lodging a formal written complaint with the LA Attorney Generals office and recommend that others follow suit!

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  Nice car - 2006 Saturn ION
  By Elizabeth - August 26 - 10:56 am

  I had a 2006 Ion quad coupe, and absolutley loved it. I would buy the car again, and the only reason I dont have it now is because I flipped the vehicle into a ditch and totaled it. I like the dent resistant doors, and the funny part was none of my doors were damaged in the accident where it landed on its right side. I think its a great little car, people need to give GM more credit. It was a heck of a lot better than the Toyota I was driving before it.

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  A-Ok - 2006 Saturn ION
  By Saturn ION - May 6 - 3:16 pm

  I owned a Saturn before and loved it. I hated trading it away but I got the bug to buy and couldnt think of anything to buy except another Saturn. The service is excellent and the quality of their vehicles are tops.

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  Good Fuel Economy, Electrical Glitch - 2006 Saturn ION
  By Andrea - March 22 - 2:23 pm

  I knew I wanted a 4 door car with rear side curtain airbags, on a limited budget. Saturn ION was only one I could afford, plus it had good fuel economy according to the window sticker. It does have good fuel economy for American, around 28 with mixed use. I didnt own an MP3 player when I purchased the car but I do now and love the audio jack! The center console was an adjustment but I love it, it gets the eyes moving around instead of staring straight ahead, less strain. I have had horrible problems in winter with doors freezing shut, seal around doors is bad water gets into cavity and freezes at hinge, also leaks through window seals, and drips inside car. Electronic issues see below.

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  My first new car (2006 Saturn ION 2) - 2006 Saturn ION
  By firsttimebuyer - March 15 - 6:56 pm

  Well, I didnt like the positioning of the gauges on the dash at first, but, now I love it. I really like this car and I think it is a great car. I have only had it about a week but Im sure Ill love it for a goow long while to come. I recommend test driving one for yourself!

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  Disappointing Clutch - 2006 Saturn ION
  By Disappointed - February 21 - 5:06 pm

  This is my fourth Saturn, and I do not know if there will be a fifth. I have had the car in to fix both of the windows. I had to get the seat cover replaced, and I am having constant issues with the clutch. The car stutters and shakes. It stalls more times than I can count. I have had the car in the shop twice now, and the problem still persists. The guys in service are great ,and have told me that the mechanics of the clutch have changed. I just have to change the way I have been driving it.

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  Great Car! - 2006 Saturn ION
  By Johanna - February 20 - 12:33 pm

  When I drove off in my new Saturn, I was very impressed with the handling. Pulling into certain parking areas, the Saturn make manuvers very easy. Very reliable. It took a week or so to get used to the instrument panel, being in the center of the dash, but once you get used to it, its actually a great feature. Very quiet running. It is just an overall great vehicle at a great price.

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  First new car - 2006 Saturn ION
  By HappyCamper - February 11 - 9:03 am

  This is my first new car. Ive only put 350km on so far. It is very smooth with strong acceleration. My only complaint so far is the sun-visor. It clicks-in at certain angles, but the settings are too far apart. I find it either blocks my view or doesnt block the sun.

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  Great car for the money! - 2006 Saturn ION
  By Austin Ozburn - January 28 - 7:08 am

  I love this car and I loved my 97 4 door Saturn just as much as this one. The car drives and handles great, but it doesnt ride like a Cadillac. Theres plenty of room inside the car and in the trunk. Maintenance is cheap and easy if you know how to use U-Tube. I would definitely highly recommended this car to someone be it in good working condition.