Overview & Reviews
Borrowing components from GM's European Opel division, the Saturn Vue is completely redesigned for 2008. Highlights include a much-improved cabin, an available 257-horsepower V6 and improved handling and ride dynamics.
- Powerful V6 in XR and Red Line trims, handsome interior and exterior European styling, ideal handling and ride balance, plenty of standard safety features.
- Less cargo capacity than most rivals, front seats not ideal for some larger folks.
User Reviews:
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Could be a great SUV...but - 2008 Saturn VUE
By BJY - September 9 - 12:10 pmThe 2008 Saturn Vue Redline has the potential to be a great vehicle but it falls short in 4 important areas: 1) the front seats are too short, too stiff and not wide enough. 2) the driver seat adjuster is supposed to be 8-way but you cant adjust it to your needs--adjust it upward and youre forced to move forward--adjust it downward and youre forced to move backwards. 3) the car does not hold the road in wet weather when making turns--a very dangerous problem. 4) the gas mileage is dismal: on a good day I get 17 mpg city and 21 mpg hwy. On the plus side this is one of the best-looking SUVs out there. The interior design is user friendly with lots of storage in the glovebox & console.
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Not a top 10 - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Dave H - September 4 - 7:43 pmBefore 1000 miles the check engine light came on - bad oxygen sensor. Flapping noise in the dash when the fan is turned on to higher settings...not fixed after pulling the dash apart...drivers seat squeeks like an old box spring...not fixed either...a lot of wind noise. Poor fuel economy for the size of the vehicle 15 - 18 MPG is all I have gotten even driving mostly expressway.
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time will tell - 2008 Saturn VUE
By marc - August 14 - 10:16 pmOur 2008 Vue has the 3.5L motor, most have 3.6L or 2.4L, anyways it has lots of power and excellent braking and handling. It was a pleasure to drive last winter. We have experienced a few problems so far but nothing major. The seats stain very easily (even water left a mark),glove box light stays on when closed unless you slam it shut. Like I said nothing major. Only has 23k on it in a year and a half so time will tell if it holds up. The zero percent financing was the deal sealer.
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My 1st Saturn - 2008 Saturn VUE
By mecorbett54 - July 23 - 9:13 amMy husband has owned Saturns since 1993 & I have always bought Buick. I finally bought a 2008 Vue XR V6 and couldnt be happier, except for 1 thing - no sunroof. I cant believe the get-up & go this SUV has compared to the SUV I traded.
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Sorry to Report-No to the VUE - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Shermi - June 28 - 11:30 pmPurchased 12-01-08 & w/i 13 months, the VUE has been in the shop, 15 times. Steering wheel problems, motor mount problems, shifter-box problems. It is definitely the worst purchase that I have ever made. So far, I have had serious problems with 3 GM products in over ten years. Having owned at least 15 GM products, I dont think that I will purchase a GM vehicle again.
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Worth the price - 2008 Saturn VUE
By NJ - June 16 - 11:20 pmWaited 3 months to write review. So far I like the VUE a lot. Only problem is heated washer fluid doesnt work. Lots of features more expensive suvs have. Read the manual - found out "wow" stuff. Ride is nice. Seats are way too short though - Im tall. And lack support - feel like I get tossed around in turns. Cant get as much in back as my last wagon. Bikes and recycle cans dont fit. Old wagon they did as did a washing machine and snow blower. Dont care about XM or OnStar - wont renew. Wish trailer hitch was 2" not 1 1/4" - had to buy adapter for bike rack - not it sticks out. But overall its a great small suv for the price. I hope it holds up over time. Had more but limited space here.
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Stylish new Vue - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Rich - May 31 - 5:20 pmI bought a 2008 Vue XE 4cyl during the Presidents day weekend sale. Traded in a reliable, fast Passat Wagon - so I was looking for something fun to drive, practical, took regular fuel, and got better mpg than the Passat. Most of my driving is around town with occasional slight hills. The tradeoff in power for the economy of the 4cyl is worth it! We have slight hills in San Diego & I just use the gear hold feature - does OK! Wish it had the 6spd auto from the Malibu w/ the same engine. Interior is awesome - so much better than the Japanese competitors. Lined large compartments all over! Got both premium packages, incl heated seats. Only 1000 miles, average 22 mpg.
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A View Of A Vue - 2008 Saturn VUE
By view of a vue - May 30 - 3:40 pmI think this is a very underrated automobile. In comparing to similar size vechiles the Vue is clearly the best looking . The most supriseing feature to me is the ride comfort. The ride and handling are both great! This is a great buy.
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Golden Vue for You! - 2008 Saturn VUE
By SDConnors - May 28 - 9:23 pmThe re-designed Saturn 2008 is gorgeous! We bought Metallic Gold w 3.5 V6 AWD StabiliTrak features vs. HyBrid (V4 2.2, 2WD) economy. Safety for family with Front/Side curtain AirBags, 4 Disc Brakes w ABS, StabiliTrak, AWD, and OnStar feeling of security, monitoring sensors and available at a touch to assist with lockouts, diagnostics, road assist or emergencies. German engineering and looks make this a solid Winner, designed by Saturns Euro Division in Germany. A+
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Love it! - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Jason - May 26 - 11:00 amI bought my VUE after owning 2 body on frame SUVs and wasnt sure if I would like it. Turns out, I love it! Love the smooth ride, smooth powertrain, and performance. Its so quick, I take people by suprise at stop lights all the time. Love the manumatic transmission. Piled 4 family members and all their luggage for a week and went on a trip. Never noticed a change in performance. Love the exterior styling, stands out on the road. OnStar is awesome. I wish the front seats were wider and provided more lateral support. Heated seats are great. Love Auto Start. Foul weather stability is great. Stabilitrak and AWD are seamless. Handles Pacific Northwest winters with no problems. I feel safe in it.
