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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Awesome - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Tom - October 12 - 6:46 amJust picked up our VUE last week and so this review is based on only 7 days of driving, but so far, this is an awesome purchase! Dealer was great to work with and we have no complaints about the vehicle so far. A 6 cylinder would have been in the running when we bought if the mileage had been a bit better. However, so far, the 4 Cyl has done well in both city driving and on the highway. This is not the engine if you want to run at 200km/hr, however, if you drive properly and are not trying to win any land-speed records, this is the vehicle/engine for you! We looked at the CRV, RAV4 and CX-7 and this was definitely the best-buy of them all! What are you waiting for, go test drive one!
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Love My Vue - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Luvthiscar - August 5 - 1:20 pmI love this little SUV. Its fun to drive, hauls everything I need, including three kids to college, and gets much better mileage than expected (21 in suburban Chicago and 27 on the highway). Too many times to count, people have ridden in the vehicle and asked, "What is this again?" When I tell them its a Saturn Vue, they are amazed. Several have mistaken it for a Lexus SUV, which cracks me up!
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Less is more - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Lars - July 16 - 1:00 amBought this 08 model in January 09. It was a demo but had only 60 miles. Ive still has only driven it for approx 2000 miles, but so far so good. As quite a few mention, the front seat could have been slightly more generous. From before I have a 98 Grand Cherokee 5.9L V8 and the only thing that can compare, is the performance! The Vue and I are usually long ahead of the rest, leaving the red light. The Vue is nice and "tight", while the G.C. is like a ship in high sea. Are however more pleased with the automatic AC in the G.C. The VUEs automatic AC feels to be of a "cheaper" type. However, it gets the car cool. And since its only a crossover and not a real SUV, it has its limitations.
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Love this vehicle - 2008 Saturn VUE
By packfan - July 14 - 9:23 pmNever thought we would buy a crossover SUV past 3 vehicles have been Buicks and loved each one - couldnt find a new one we liked at a price we wanted so on a whim we stopped at Saturn to look at the Aura - didnt like that but the Vue was sitting there and when we got in it we feel in love with the interior - took it for a test drive and was very surprised at how well the ride and handling was - very quiet ride - smooth sifting - plenty of power with the V6 -
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Excellent Car. Saved my life. - 2008 Saturn VUE
By rjf - May 23 - 3:20 amEnjoyed driving. Solid ride. Was just involved in accident where a Dodge Ram truck slammed into the rear of my Vue. I was stopped at a light, they estimate he was driving 50+mph. My husband and I walked away from that accident without a single scratch. Unfortunately, my Saturn was totalled. Heck, the Dodge Ram Truck that hit me actually looked worse, and Im quite sure it was totalled also. Going tomorrow to buy my new Saturn Vue!
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I Love this Vehicle! - 2008 Saturn VUE
By leisa - May 12 - 12:13 amA terrific little SUV. Make sure you give it a look when considering small SUVs, I think youll be surprised! I swore Id never drive another truck, but this one changed my mind. The comfort may be better for other folks, I have MS, and nothings really that comfortable to me.
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Best Built GM Vehicle to date! - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Maria - May 7 - 3:43 amI visited my local Saturn dealership to test drive the new 2008 Saturn Vue and was simply amazed! The build quality was right up there with Lexus! This Saturn is modern, stylish and a joy to drive...it is amazingly quiet! I traded in my 2004 Buick Rendevous and drove home in a Polar White Saturn XR FWD V-6 with gray leather interior. This vehicle is absolutely gorgeous!
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Wasnt sure about this purchase! - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Granny - March 4 - 7:40 pmWe were after the 07 closeouts. Couldnt find one in black - but there was an 08 on the showroom floor. Hubby liked it - I wasnt sure. This is a great little vehicle. Rides nice, handles well, is fun to drive and is very suitable for cost- effective driving to work every day. The style has really grown on me, too. There are other similar styles out there but these definitely outstyle the others. Kudos, Saturn - fine job. This is our first Saturn and we couldnt be happier with it. OnStar offers a comfort zone and the directions feature is great.
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Better than all the rest in its class! - 2008 Saturn VUE
By QueenBNYNJ - January 30 - 4:26 amAfter researching small suvs such as the Honda CRV, Toyota Rav 4, and Ford Escape I finally decided on the 2008 Vue. The Vue offers much more for your money. Saturn did a great job on redesigning this model. Looks and drives like a luxury car. More bells and whistles. Saturn customer service is amazing. My experience was stress free. I would have never thought of Saturn before. No one can believe it is a Saturn. Check it out...great buy!
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Vue XR Love it. - 2008 Saturn VUE
By Jim - January 7 - 5:43 amSearched hard for something in this size category. After renting one for a week, I knew this was it. It is quiet! The car is tight and easy to drive, not floaty. The steering remains on center except for full throttle take offs. I find the seats comfortable even though the seat bottom is a little short. Great attention was paid to details, for instance the glove box is lined with a felt like material to keep things from sliding on plastic and be quieter. The gas door is sealed with a gasket. Wind noise is very low. The headlights even come on when the wipers come on.
