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2007 Saturn Relay Full Review
Date Published: 4/09/08
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2007 Saturn Relay Review
Saturn's minivans get a new base model and a more-powerful engine for 2007. Relay shares its basic front-wheel-drive design with the Buick Terraza and Chevrolet Uplander. Relay is not available with all-wheel drive or a load-leveling suspension for 2007. These minivans seat seven via 2nd-row bucket seats that fold and remove, and a 50/50 3rd-row bench that folds atop the cargo floor. Relay "2" and "3" trims are joined for '07 by the price-leader "1". A 240-hp 3.9-liter V6 engine replaces a 201-hp 3.5 V6 as the only engine. A 4-speed automatic remains the sole transmission. ABS and traction/antiskid control are standard. Front side airbags are standard on Relay 3, optional on 1 and 2. Side airbags for 2nd-row passengers are optional for 3, unavailable on other Relays. All the side airbags provide head and torso protection. Curtain side airbags are unavailable. Power operation for one or both sliding side doors is standard or optional, depending on model. DVD entertainment is standard on 2 and 3. Rear obstacle detection is also available. Relay's performance and accommodations mirror those of similarly equipped Uplanders.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Long the choice as a family hauler, Minivans are easily the smartest use of space for passengers and cargo. These vehicles offer a fantastic blend of comfort, convenience, and safety features for the modern family.
Our Best Buy is the Honda Odyssey. Our Recommended picks are the Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan, Hyundai Entourage, Kia Sedona, and Toyota Sienna.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Hyundai Entourage and Nissan Quest.
Our Best Buy is the Honda Odyssey. Our Recommended picks are the Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan, Hyundai Entourage, Kia Sedona, and Toyota Sienna.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Hyundai Entourage and Nissan Quest.
News
Relay is expected to fade out during model-year 2008, a victim of very slow sales. A replacement is rumored as a 2009 or 2010 model, though apparently not yet approved. Assuming it is, it would share the new GM Lambda platform with Saturn's 2007 Outlook crossover SUV, but differ in styling and perhaps mechanical features.
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2007 Saturn Relay Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Fuel economy |
| Quietness | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
No opportunity yet to test with 3.9 V6. GM said 3.5 V6 models did 10.5 sec 0-60 mph. Those models felt quicker in our test and compared well with most rivals.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.8 |
No opportunity yet to test with 3.9 V6. GM said 3.5 V6 models did 10.5 sec 0-60 mph. Those models felt quicker in our test and compared well with most rivals.
Fuel Economy
No opportunity to measure.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4.1 |
No opportunity to measure.
Ride Quality
Most bumps easily absorbed. Highway ride comfortable. A load-leveling suspension is only available on Terraza, which helps stabilize the vehicle when carrying lots of cargo or passengers.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 |
Most bumps easily absorbed. Highway ride comfortable. A load-leveling suspension is only available on Terraza, which helps stabilize the vehicle when carrying lots of cargo or passengers.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Midpack among minivans. Steering somewhat vague at highway speeds. Marked body lean in turns, but no tippy feel. Braking controlled, progressive.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4.7 |
Midpack among minivans. Steering somewhat vague at highway speeds. Marked body lean in turns, but no tippy feel. Braking controlled, progressive.
Quietness
Side mirrors generate noticeable wind noise at highway speeds. Engine well-muffled. Tire thrum more marked than in Terraza, but still impressively low up front. Road noise more apparent in 2nd and 3rd rows--enough that passengers might have a hard time hearing those up front.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.9 |
Side mirrors generate noticeable wind noise at highway speeds. Engine well-muffled. Tire thrum more marked than in Terraza, but still impressively low up front. Road noise more apparent in 2nd and 3rd rows--enough that passengers might have a hard time hearing those up front.
Controls
Gauges clear, minor controls simple and handy. Interior decor shows upscale flair, but is let down in places by budget-grade plastics. Standard DVD entertainment on Relay 2 and 3 a plus for family peace on longer trips.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.2 |
Gauges clear, minor controls simple and handy. Interior decor shows upscale flair, but is let down in places by budget-grade plastics. Standard DVD entertainment on Relay 2 and 3 a plus for family peace on longer trips.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Low step-in makes climbing aboard a simple matter. Generous head and leg room. Fine outward visibility, helped by large mirrors.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.9 |
Low step-in makes climbing aboard a simple matter. Generous head and leg room. Fine outward visibility, helped by large mirrors.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Good head and leg room in both cabins, but narrow space between 2nd-row buckets makes 3rd-row access harder than in some rivals. Second-row seats fold up better with standard cloth upholstery than with available leather; either way, resetting driver-side seat requires awkward reach over backrest. Third-row seats too low for best adult comfort, but fine for kids.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6.9 |
Good head and leg room in both cabins, but narrow space between 2nd-row buckets makes 3rd-row access harder than in some rivals. Second-row seats fold up better with standard cloth upholstery than with available leather; either way, resetting driver-side seat requires awkward reach over backrest. Third-row seats too low for best adult comfort, but fine for kids.
Cargo Room
Second-row buckets don't stow in floor, but are light enough for easy removal. All rear seats fold level with a 4-inch-high cargo-area convenience tray to form a flat load deck. Available cargo organizer keeps groceries and other small items in place, but GM's minivans have less room behind the 3rd-row seat than rivals with a hideaway seatwell.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 10 | 10 | 10 |
Second-row buckets don't stow in floor, but are light enough for easy removal. All rear seats fold level with a 4-inch-high cargo-area convenience tray to form a flat load deck. Available cargo organizer keeps groceries and other small items in place, but GM's minivans have less room behind the 3rd-row seat than rivals with a hideaway seatwell.
Value within Class
Most of Relay's rivals offer more rear-seat room and cargo-carrying convenience as well as the safety of curtain side airbags. But fair prices and a comfortable ride make this Saturn a worthwhile option for value-conscious buyers.
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 6.3 |
Most of Relay's rivals offer more rear-seat room and cargo-carrying convenience as well as the safety of curtain side airbags. But fair prices and a comfortable ride make this Saturn a worthwhile option for value-conscious buyers.
Total Score
| Relay 2 | Relay 3 | Class Average |
| 56 | 56 | 61.8 |
Scores for all Minivans
| Low Score | 56 | |
| Average Score | 61 | |
| High Score | 71 |
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2007 Saturn Relay Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 12/08/2006
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 1 4-door van | $21,570 | $20,384 | $765 |
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| 2 4-door van | $23,775 | $22,467 | $765 |
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| 3 4-door van | $27,860 | $26,327 | $765 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
1
Powertrain
3.9-liter V6 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Front air conditioning, interior air filter, power steering, tilt steering wheel, cloth upholstery, 7-passenger seating, quad bucket seats, center console, cupholders, 3rd-row split folding seat, power mirrors, power front windows, power door locks, OnStar assistance system w/one year service, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, digital clock, tachometer, intermittent wipers, visor mirrors, map lights, automatic headlights.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, 225/60R17 tires, wheel covers.
2 adds to 1:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Cruise control, heated power mirrors, remote keyless entry, rear radio controls, DVD entertainment system, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Rear privacy glass.
3 adds to 2:
Safety
Front side airbags.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Dual-zone manual climate controls, rear air conditioning and heater w/rear controls, 6-way power driver seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, 2nd-row captain chairs, power rear-quarter windows, power sliding passenger-side door, universal garage door opener, outside-temperature indicator, compass, illuminated visor mirrors, cargo organizer, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Roof rails, alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Preferred Pkg.
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2
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$1,290
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$1,200
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Power sliding passenger-side door, 6-way power driver seat, power rear-quarter windows, illuminated visor mirrors, rear storage bins, cargo organizer, floormats, alarm. Std. 3.
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Captain Chairs Seating Pkg.
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2
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$1,450
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$1,349
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Front- and 2nd-row side airbags, 2nd-row captain chairs, folding center tray. Requires Preferred Pkg.
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Premium Trim Pkg.
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3
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$1,350
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$1,256
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Leather upholstery, heated front seats, 6-way power passenger seat.
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Convenience Pkg.
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3
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$735
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$684
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Rear-obstacle-detection system, power sliding driver-side door, remote engine start.
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Touring/Trailering Pkg.
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2
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$610
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$567
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3
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$285
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$265
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Trailer harness, air inflator, sport suspension, load leveling suspension, alloy wheels (2).
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Safety |
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Front side airbags
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1, 2
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$350
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$326
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2nd-row side airbags
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3
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$350
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$326
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Navigation system
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3
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$2,145
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$1,995
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Rear air conditioning
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1
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$475
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$442
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Includes heater, rear controls. Requires Preferred Pkg.
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PhatNoise
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2, 3
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$795
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$740
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Mobile digital-media player. 2 requires Preferred Pkg., Convenience Pkg. NA w/navigation system, center storage console.
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AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer
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2, 3
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$295
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$274
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Satellite radio
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2, 3
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$199
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$185
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2 wireless headphones
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2, 3
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$75
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$70
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Quad captain chairs
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2
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$750
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$698
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Includes folding center tray. NA w/center storage console.
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Overhead storage bins
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2, 3
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$100
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$93
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Center storage console
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2
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$200
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$186
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Roof rails
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2
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$230
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$214
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Engine-block heater
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1, 2, 3
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$50
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$47
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2007 Saturn Relay Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Saturn Relay 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 121.1 |
| Overall Length, in. | 204.9 |
| Overall Width, in. | 72.0 |
| Overall Height, in. | 72.0 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4221 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 136.5 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 25.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 39.9 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.9 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 38.9 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| ohv V6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 3.9 /237 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 240 @ 6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 240 @ 4800 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 18/25 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Saturn Relay 4-door wagon |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 |
| Rollover Resistance | 3 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 4 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | All Saturns have a 30-day, 1500 mile vehicle exchange program. |
| Corrosion | 6/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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