2005 Saturn Relay 2
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All photo credits
- Photo: 2005 Saturn Relay in Bronze Mist, front right, 07-13-2025 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Saturn Relay AWD by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Saturn Relay rear, Polk County, FL (cropped) by DanTD, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2005 Saturn Relay 2 is a 200-hp V6 with a 4-speed hydra-matic 4t65-e automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $23,770 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Relay measures 204.9 inches long on a 121.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,272 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Minivan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,770 ($39,556 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $24,485 ($40,746 *) |
| Destination Charge | $715 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | LX9 3.5L 60-degree OHV V6, sequential MPI, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 94 x 84 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.80:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed Hydra-Matic 4T65-E automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.92 (51 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.56 (96 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1 (150 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.7 (214 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.38 |
| Final Drive | 3.29 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs, L-shaped lower control arms |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-independent open-section twist axle with integral stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes (integral with twist axle) |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Single-piston |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.7 x 1.3 in vented |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.8 x 0.47 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 6.5 in steel |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 6.5 in steel |
| Tires Front | P225/60R17 |
| Tires Rear | P225/60R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 204.9 in |
| Width | 72 in |
| Height | 68.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in |
| Front Track | 62.4 in |
| Rear Track | 62.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 136.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,272 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 39.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 61.2 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2005 Saturn Relay 2 with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2005 Saturn Relay (Early Release): overall not rated
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Saturn RELAY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 17, 2009 · STEERING
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.
Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.
NHTSA campaign 09E005000
Jun 20, 2005 · PARKING BRAKE
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, 'PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS.' TO MEET THE STANDARD, THE VEHICLE MUST NOT MOVE FOR FIVE MINUTES WHEN STOPPED ON A STEEP HILL WITH THE PARKING BRAKE APPLIED AND THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL (N). SOME OF THESE VEHICLES FAILED THIS TEST.
Consequence: WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE IS RELEASED, THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE UNINTENDED BRAKING WHEN ACCELERATING, DECELERATING, OR COASTING, AND A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UNINTENDED VEHICLE MOVEMENT COULD OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PARKING BRAKE LEVER SLIPPAGE AT EACH REAR BRAKE CALIPER AND REPLACE THE CALIPER IF LEVER SLIPPAGE IS IDENTIFIED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876.
NHTSA campaign 05V287000
Feb 18, 2005 · SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE OUTBOARD RELEASE HANDLE ON THE IMPACT-SIDE SECOND-ROW BUCKET SEAT MAY BE ACTUATED AND THE REAR LATCHES MAY UNLATCH EARLY IN A SIDE IMPACT CRASH. THIS WAS DISCOVERED IN A SIDE IMPACT TEST RUN BY GM, UNDER CONDITIONS SIMILAR TO NHTSA'S NEW CAR ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (NCAP) SIDE IMPACT TEST.
Consequence: IF THE REAR LATCHES OF THE SEAT RELEASE EARLY IN A SEVERE SIDE IMPACT, THE FRONT OUTBOARD LATCH MAY DISENGAGE AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT OF THE SEAT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SEAT LATCH RELEASE HANDLE AND INSTALL A BLACK PLASTIC CAP OVER THE EXPOSED METAL STUD TO ELIMINATE THE SIDE IMPACT SAFETY CONCERN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
NHTSA campaign 05V061000
91 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Saturn RELAY
Owner Complaints
91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Saturn RELAY (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 40 |
| Hydraulic | 26 |
| Electrical System | 24 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2005 SATURN RELAY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.