2001 Saturn L-Series LW300 Auto
The 2001 Saturn L-Series LW300 Auto is a 182-hp V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $21,605 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 182 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 190 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm, spinning to a 6,600 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The L-Series measures 190.4 inches long on a 106.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,257 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,605 ($39,648 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $22,105 ($40,565 *) |
| Destination Charge | $500 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | GM 54-degree L81 3.0L DOHC V6, MPI, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 190 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.0 x 85.0 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.96 (46 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.62 (84 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1 (136 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.68 (200 mph **) |
| Final Drive | 3.68 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent tri-link |
| Turning Diameter | 36.6 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | front disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | rear disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in |
| Tires Front | P205/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P205/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.4 in |
| Width | 69 in |
| Height | 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in |
| Front Track | 59.8 in |
| Rear Track | 59.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 71.3 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,257 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline