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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Great car - 2006 Saturn ION
By GMowner4life - June 16 - 1:36 pmMy lease was up on my 2006 Cobalt so I wanted to get something comparable to it. I started looking into the Ions because I liked the way they looked and Im a big fan of the Ecotec engine, I know engineers that have said this will eventually be known as one of the best engines GM has come out with. I wasnt sure about the gauge cluster being in the center of the dash at first but I grew to love it. It drives really smooth and handles bumps nicely, the gas mileage is great too. I have a Waverunner and it pulls it nicely. Overall Im very happy with this car.
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awsome car!!!!.........so far - 2006 Saturn ION
By paul - May 23 - 10:30 pmI love my ion! I have had it for only 9 months now but I have not had one bit of a problem. Always relieable, great on gas, fun to drive, awsome and cool design both interior and exterior, great stereo system, very roomy for a smaller car, (decent leg room in the back seat) ive took it on the highway long distance, I live in the city and it does great there with everyday travel as well. Its a 2006 with 46,000 miles on it, it had 36,000 when I got it. I know most problems dont start until after 50,000 miles so well hafta see. But so far so good!
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ION - 2006 Saturn ION
By CG - May 10 - 9:53 pmI got this car used. Only 27000 miles on it. Now it has 35000. It feels like new. it accelerates fast, it might not be the quickest car out there but for the price its the best. I had no problems with it. I love this car. Some of the cons are rear view is minimal (because of the spoiler) and if you mess with the AC too much engine light will light up
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Coming Into Its Own - 2006 Saturn ION
By Carl Camann - March 19 - 12:13 pmVery impressive vehicle. Excellent value for money, options ordered include ABS, traction control, side air bags, keyless entry. Great handling, very acceptable fit and finish. MPG as advertised, huge trunk, comfy front seats. Color combo of Berry with grey interior draws favorable responses. Painless buying & financing process. Super dealership. I keep vehicles for a long time (this replaces a 13 year-old Taurus), so plastic panels were important--potential depreciation was not. This vehicle is a significantly more refined car than when it was originally introduced, so dont get scared off by potential bad publicity about the make. Drive one and compare. You may well be surprised.
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Let the secret out Saturn - 2006 Saturn ION
By angel - January 23 - 12:36 pmIt is hard to imagine that Saturn is not advertising this rocket. The day I took delivery and hit the gas my 04 Mustang was a thing of the past. The recaro seats are a must when cornering. I have a long way to go before I break this engine in, and I will love every minute of it. The redline will juice the bloodline. Please do yourself a favor Saturn and tell the public about your car. The car is fast, great lines, and you feel young again.
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Live the Saturn way - 2006 Saturn ION
By John Stevens - December 25 - 12:03 pmWhen you make that first initial decision that its time for a new car, you always wonder whats next. Well from now on, its always going to be Saturns. I have had so much enjoyment so far with this vehicle. I have had the rest and now have the BEST!! Go and see for yourself. Its one of he best decisions I have ever made. I LOVE SATURN!!
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Has been a reliable car - 2006 Saturn ION
By Karen - November 30 - 8:20 amI bought by car used and have driven it everyday for work and on trips and have never had any mechanical problems. I had some leakage in the sun roof but removed the wind deflector & problem gone. The security alarm sensor is malfunctioning & will cost $100 to fix but I just dont turn on the alarm and it doesnt go off randomly. Sometimes the engine sounds like it is struggling when accelerating. Everything else is good. I have the extended warranty up to 75K and now I have 70K, so I will probably trade in for a diff. brand b/c Saturn is now out of business. I need a reliable car for my job & this one has been a good one for the last 3 yrs.
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My ION 2 - 2006 Saturn ION
By Cathy Tetreault - October 31 - 12:06 pmI love the way my ION 2 handles. The steering is so easy but yet firm. It is comfortable to sit and drive or as a passenger. I have gotten 28-31 miles per gallon in town since I have had it.
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From VUE to ION - 2006 Saturn ION
By JAMES - October 6 - 7:26 pmThis 2006 Saturn ION is my third Saturn and I feel it is the best yet. The ride is so much nicer than the 2003 VUE I had, but it is no better on gas than the VUE was. The guages were not hard to get used to and I like them. The black paint is something I would change if I could. The black interior is sweet.
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My first Saturn - 2006 Saturn ION
By John korner - August 6 - 5:10 pmThis is my first new car in 15 years and my first new Saturn. I am a gear head. I bought a silver ION 2 sedan with automatic transmission. I had been looking at this car for 3 years. I needed a car that would fit my wheel chair in the back seat without taking it apart. The trunk is large. the fold down seats are nice. Having OnStar as standard was the deciding factor. Loud good sounding sound systems sells cars and the base one in this car sounds as good as the infinity system in my 2000 Dodge.
