2005 Saturn Ion: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $11,430 -$20,885
- Invoice: $10,684 -$19,477
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2005 Saturn Ion. See if the 2005 Saturn Ion is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2005 Saturn Ion |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | 3 |
| Arrival Date: | 10/25/2004 |
| Engine: | dohc I4 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 4-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 16,805 |
| Price as Tested: | 19,305 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 1437 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 1798 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 361 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 14.466 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 24.96 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Safe and Sound Pkg., Head Curtain Side Airbags, Map Lights, Auto-Dimming Inside Mirror with Exterior Temperature Gauge and Digital Compass, Antilock Breaks with Traction Control, Onstar System, AM/FM 6 CD Changer with MP3), Leather Appointments (Storm Grey Exterior, Grey Interior
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Kirk Bell
At $19,200 for the test model, I can think of a lot of better deals (Mazda3 comes to mind). It's unfortunate that Ion's improvements have come on the 2 and 3 models. The 1s would probably be the best deal, when you consider that the capable engine performance and roominess are not compromised.
Rick Cotta
At first, the $19,000 sticker set me aback. But that includes items not even offered on some rivals: curtain airbags, compass/temp, and OnStar. Also leather, at a reasonable $700. But the Ion just doesn't look or act like a $19,000 car, unlike a Jetta or Mazda 3.
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