Overview & Reviews

The Relay is an all-new "crossover sport van." Think of it as a minivan with an SUV-like front end.

• Smooth ride and handling, lots of nifty interior storage spaces, innovative multimedia storage system, available all-wheel drive.

• Engine power and refinement not up to class leaders, no side curtain airbags.

User Reviews:

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  Must have got a good one - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By Really Lucky - July 27 - 3:53 pm

  Purchased 2005 Relay II new in November 2004. Car has been up and down the east coast. First long distance trip went from DE to CT and back on 3/4 of tank...impressive. As the years and miles went by notice problems. Power sliding door would automatically open when you tried to close it. Suspension problem with left bushing covered under warranty. Lastly, never resolved was the dimming dashboard that was told to be a problem with alternator. This was replaced under warranty but got progressively worse again.

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  Would recommend - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By Jaymie - April 18 - 2:20 am

  Bought the car because we had our third child and Im really happy with it. I enjoy driving it and it is very reliable the only time it never started was when i left the radio on (my mistake). Had to replace the hub and bearing at 75,000. It does have trouble with stalling my mechanic told me what the problem was something with the electric fuel something with aftermarket part still on the expensive side but if you give it a little gas when you start it. Yes i know its not ideal but for what i paid for it. I guess i got one of the good ones. Look, its not a Lincoln or Mercedes you do get what you pay for stop complaining and get a more expensive car if you want perfection.

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  Good - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By Francisco - August 15 - 10:40 am

  Do not like engine performance. Interiors, they are not bad but can get better. Overall good.

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  Good Deal - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By SMED - June 19 - 3:03 am

  We have spent 3 months analyzing different minivans. It has been a good environment for getting a deal. However, comfort in the front and back were most important. The Saturn Relay and the Honda Odysey were the two most comfortable. The Quest was uncomfortable, but offered the best deal. We love the Saturn. The inside looks like leather, and the trim is very nice. The outside is designed to look more like a SUV than a minivan. It is very roomy inside and I like to two captains chairs. We paid $27,500 for a Relay 3 , loaded. It handles great. The kids love the DVD. I love the rear ultrasonic sensors and my paralell parking has improved. The OnStar is pretty cool.

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  Hit or Miss - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By Bsrice - May 23 - 1:33 pm

  Bought my 05 Relay new, great price (I thought till depreciation hit)DVD player was a must have. Did good on gas mileage 28-30. Had problems from the start with molding, carpet, auto door, cupping tires every 8 K miles. Put 3 sets on, told no problem with car, yet camber set so off by Saturn specs, rotor issues, lights flickering. Ended up eating the depreciation and buying a 06 Jeep Liberty. Was a good little van if they spent more time in testing, could have had a nice price nich in the market.

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  My First Saturn - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By My First - November 10 - 11:13 am

  The Relay does not look like a minivan. That is what attracted us to this vehicle. Knowing that our family was in desperate need to replace our 02 Ford Taurus with a vehicle that would accomodate our childrens active lifestyle, the Relay was the answer. Saturns low key sales approach and excellent service reputation made this decision even easier. So far (only 7k mile)the family loves it, although I find the seats on the small side, Im 6ft 220lbs. No mechanical problems and the engine is very responsive. It was a good purchase.

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  Great Minivan - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By dph414 - July 25 - 10:00 am

  Great Minivan. Almost no problems. Fun to drive, easy to drive. Have problems occasionally with the power sliding doors, and the rear windshield wiper also stopped working. Makes a "Groaning" sound when making sharp or tight turns.

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  2005 Saturn Relay - Love it - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By Happy Customer - January 16 - 2:00 pm

  Weve had our Saturn Relay since the middle of 2005 and love it. We have almost every option available and had few problems. Its comfortable to long distance travel especially with kids. We travel 8 to 12 hours with 5 kids and its a complete dream. Weve had a problem with the DVD player but other than that its been great. I wish it had a little bit better gas mileage than 18-21 mpg during these days of high gas prices but other than that I love it.

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  Its Been Good to Me - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By franmorr1966 - November 1 - 2:14 am

  This car has been reliable and comfortable. I have nearly 82,000 miles on this car and other than replacing the rear wiper motor (after warranty), the car has only needed normal wear and tear service.

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  05 Saturn Relay - 2005 Saturn Relay
  By Rich - May 12 - 5:40 pm

  Truck averages 23 mpg, good for a vehilce this size. Has approx 40,000 miles on it now, no problems to report. Mine is loaded. Factory remote start is nice, as is the remote doors.