2008 Saturn Sky: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2008 Saturn Sky gets more standard equipment. This two-seat convertible shares its basic design with the Pontiac Solstice but differs in styling, features, and price. Like Solstice, Sky has rear-wheel drive, 4-cylinder engines, and a manual-folding soft top with heated glass rear window. The top folds into the trunk. The base Sky has 177 hp. Red Line's 4-cylinder is turbocharged to 260 hp and is shared with the Solstice GXP. Both offer a 5-speed manual transmission and an optional 5-speed automatic. Red Line has specific suspension tuning. A limited-slip differential is standard. Available safety equipment includes ABS, an antiskid system, and traction control. No side airbags are offered. Both models come with air conditioning, cruise control, and power windows and locks. Leather upholstery is optional. Newly standard for 2008 are a power driver's seat height adjuster and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Sky's performance and accommodations mirror those of similarly equipped Solstices.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. The Sporty/Performance Car class consists of two-seat roadsters, 4-cylinder hatchbacks, and V8 muscle cars. Regardless of configuration, all have an emphasis on affordable performance.

Our Best Buys include the Mazda MX-5 and Scion tC. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Mustang and Mini Cooper. New this year is the Mini Cooper Clubman.