Segment: Crossover
Production years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
The second and last generation of the Saturn Vue was launched in 2007 as a 2008 model year. The car was right, the times were wrong and it only lasted for two years.
While the 2008 world financial crisis was only a few about to turn the world upside down. While the first generation of the Vue looked like an SUV but with a smaller size and didn't get enough attention, the second generation was far better. It was based on a unibody construction and that helped it with the fuel-efficiency.
The second generation of the Saturn Vue was a rebadged Opel Antara/Chevrolet Captiva from Europe. It featured the same rounded shape and a chromed bar between the headlights, similar to the one found on the Captiva. Its better proportions and decent price range sent it into the 80.000 units/year category, even though the times were rough for the motoring industry.
Inside, the Vue featured a 5-seat only option, unlike its competitors which were available with up to seven seats. The interior design was similar to the Antara, with a straight and curved dashboard and clean instrument cluster design. On the center stack, the Vue could host either a CD-radio or an infotainment system with navigation.
The Vue was available with front or all-wheel-drive system. It featured independent suspension in all four corners and that ensured a higher level of comfort. The car was available with a choice of inline-four and V6 engines, mated to a 4-speed automatic and 5-speed auto, respectively.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 4AT FWD (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2384 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 5800 RPM 170 HP @ 5800 RPM 168 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 162 lb-ft @ 5100 RPM 220 Nm @ 5100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P215/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 180.1 in (4575 mm) |
Width: | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 40.6/41.3 in (1,031/1,049 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.6 in (2708 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.1 cuFT (371 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4325 lbs (1962 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.5L V6 5AT FWD (222 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3510 cm3 |
Power: | 166 KW @ 5600 RPM 226 HP @ 5600 RPM 223 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 300 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P215/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.3 in (4605 mm) |
Width: | 71.6 in (1819 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/61 in (1,549/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.6 in (2708 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8 in (203 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.1 cuFT (371 L) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.6L V6 5AT FWD (257 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3564 cm3 |
Power: | 192 KW @ 6200 RPM 261 HP @ 6200 RPM 257 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 251 lb-ft @ 3100 RPM 340 Nm @ 3100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | P215/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.3 in (4605 mm) |
Width: | 71.6 in (1819 mm) |
Height: | 66.3 in (1684 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61/61 in (1,549/1,549 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.6 in (2708 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8 in (203 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.1 cuFT (371 L) |