Overview & Reviews

After 12 long years in production, Saturn is finally retiring its aging S-Series sedan and coupe in favor of the all-new Saturn Ion sedan and innovative quad coupe.

• Innovative rear-access doors on coupe, customer-focused dealers, numerous personalization options, great cargo capacity.

• Build quality not up to segment standards, unusual styling, lack of established service and repair history.

User Reviews:

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  Saturn Ion 2003 - 2003 Saturn ION
  By Forest - April 23 - 10:00 am

  Just bought an Ion and I want to tell you that GM has done it again. It handles like a dream and the interior is the best. I just recomended one to a guy at the gas station and he really like the car. Especially the bright blue color.

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  Good Commuter - 2003 Saturn ION
  By smithbr - March 15 - 4:00 am

  My ION has passed 87000 miles and has not given me any problems. The only repair issue has been a faulty oxygen sensor. The engine is decent for power and gets 30 mpg. The transmission does well enough but doesnt impress. The interior is touchy. The center instrument panel takes getting used to. The cup holders are badly placed, the seats are stiff and anything will stain the upholstery. The plastic interior and fans develop squeaking problems that require some mild garage rework to silence. The trunk has lots of space but has a small aperture. This was my first Saturn and the car has been very loyal, but it hasnt sold me on Saturn - the next car will be an open field.

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  Good Car for Us - 2003 Saturn ION
  By Joel - February 24 - 7:16 pm

  Weve been quite happy with this car. We did buy it used with 48k miles on it and have put on another 40 ourselves. We have taken it on a two week trip from MI out to CO going through several States and their cities in the process. There was 4 of us in the car with all our stuff in July and we were cool and comfortable averaging 32 MPG. Weve gotten as high as 34 unloaded w/o AC and 28 in the city. The 2.2L is pretty peppy in regards to a 4 banger and the 5 speed manual is a little sloppy but still fun. It stops well, turns on a dime and I think very fun to drive. We have only had to replace tires and change oil. It has been a very reliable car so far.

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  Very happy owner! - 2003 Saturn ION
  By ebeaudoin - December 31 - 11:46 am

  Bought this car in March 2013 with 132,000 miles, now has 145,000 and I am very happy with it! Does great in the snow with All-Seasons. I commute 44 miles round trip a day, 5 days a week and this car just keeps on going and serving me well. Sure, I could find issues with it, but I think any issues are mostly due to its two previous owners and the fact that its 11 years old with 145,000 miles. By the way, super glad I found one with a manual. So much fun!

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  Very happy with my Ion, but..... - 2003 Saturn ION
  By drivingmyion - June 22 - 10:00 am

  Great vehicle for the money. Got a great deal with the financing and college grad incentives. Very peppy little car with more storage room than you would think just looking at it. However, it has been in the shop for repairs a lot more than I would think a new car should be. 3 times in two months for warranty service. And needs to go in again soon.

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  Tough Compitition - 2003 Saturn ION
  By Cgr80 - March 29 - 10:00 am

  The 2003 Ion3 is in every way better than the past SL2. The SL2 gave the Escort a good run for the money...I thing that they needed to let "S- Series" go down in history, like the Cavalier has done. Since theyve changed it, it should stay that way. Standard features are those of a luxury car, and it makes me feel good to say to a stranger, oh, the lights cut off themselves, but thanks!

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  Good for the Money - 2003 Saturn ION
  By dmfreeland - January 17 - 12:56 am

  Overall I think the ION is a decent car, especially considering the price. There were a few downsides to buying a car the first year it was offered. 1)I had to deal with a few recalls 2)The ION back then was more expensive than the newer IONs . 3) OnStar (and I think satellite radio) were not options on 03 models. This is a fun car to drive and overall I really enjoy the ION. However, Saturn parts are more expensive than most other makes, some parts have to be ordered and while I do drive a lot, I have had to put an estimated $5,000 into repairs.

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  My Saturn ION 3 - 2003 Saturn ION
  By Aimee Hagerty - January 9 - 10:00 am

  This is my second Saturn. My husband and I traded our 2002 s series for the larger ion because we are expecting our first child. We LOVE this car. But unfortunately, we have developed some problems with this model. We are told that these things can happen with a new model. Although Saturn is doing what they can to fix this. Its still been an upsetting experience. Still, we love the concept of the Saturn car company.

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  Red Ion - 2003 Saturn ION
  By Andy Cooper - January 9 - 10:00 am

  I am very happy with this car. My previous car was a 93 Ford Ranger.

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  Yummy Car for Kids - 2003 Saturn ION
  By Sarah000 - January 9 - 10:00 am

  this car is wonderful for teen drivers, their every dependable and comftorble and stylish...i love it