2008 Saturn Sky Red Line 5MT
All photo credits
- Photo: 2009 Saturn Sky 2.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Saturn Sky Redline in Bluestone, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Saturn Sky Redline by Jburbs22, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ogdenmobile Side by Infrogmation of New Orleans, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Saturn Sky 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2008 Saturn Sky Red Line 5MT is a 260-hp turbocharged inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $29,785 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 260 horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque at 2500-5250 rpm, spinning to a 6,300 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Sky measures 161.1 inches long on a 95.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,990 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $29,785 ($44,961 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $30,405 ($45,897 *) |
| Destination Charge | $620 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Ecotec LNF 2.0L turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4, spark-ignition direct injection, dual VVT |
| Horsepower | 260 hp @ 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 2500-5250 rpm |
| Redline | 6,300 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve with dual variable valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.0 x 86.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Turbocharged gasoline direct injection (SIDI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Differential Type | Limited-slip differential |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual (Aisin AR5) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in |
| Tires Front | P245/45R18 96W |
| Tires Rear | P245/45R18 96W |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 161.1 in |
| Width | 71.4 in |
| Height | 50.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in |
| Front Track | 60.7 in |
| Rear Track | 61.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 5.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,990 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.6 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2008 Saturn Sky Red Line 5MT 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 |
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn SKY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jan 26, 2017 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. The Passenger Air Bag Suppression System (PPS) sensor may become bent or damaged within the front passenger seat, possibly disabling the front passenger air bag.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: The remedy for this recall is still under development. A permanent remedy is currently under development. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737 or Saturn customer service at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for this recall is 17036.
NHTSA campaign 17V061000
Apr 30, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
Consequence: If the ignition switch moves from the run position to accessory, the car would stall and the air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the occupants.
Remedy: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners requiring additional information on that recall campaign should contact GM at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac) or 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn).
NHTSA campaign 14E021000
Apr 10, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
Consequence: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if the transmission is not in the "Park" position; or (b) for a manual transmission, if the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is not in the "Reverse" position. This potential for rollaway increases the risk for a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and for vehicles that were built with the defective ignition cylinder and have not previously had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. For vehicles that were built with the redesigned ignition cylinder or had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac owners at 1-800-762-2737, and Saturn owners at 1-800-553-6000. General Motors' number for this recall is 14113 for the ignition lock cylinder and key replacement, and 14133 for only key replacements. Note: Until a vehicle has been remedied, owners and operators are advised that when exiting, to be sure that the vehicle is in "Park," or in the case of a manual transmission, that the vehicle is in the "Reverse" position and the parking brake is engaged.
NHTSA campaign 14V171000
Feb 10, 2014 · AIR BAGS
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014. All affected owners will receive another letter once parts are available. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737 or Saturn at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for the initial recall is 13454 and 14063 for the expansion. GMs recall number for the vehicles that may have received the replacement parts is 14092. Note: Until the recall repairs have been performed, it is very important that customers remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the vehicle key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Always wear your seatbelt.
NHTSA campaign 14V047000
Sep 26, 2007 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS." AND STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE ONE TO FOUR INBOARD SEAT STUD FASTENERS THAT DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATION FOR STRENGTH.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT AND SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY MAY NOT RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT AS INTENDED AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INBOARD SEAT STUDS AND, IF NECESSARY, REMOVE THE STUD AND INSTALL A BOLT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 10, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 AND SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876.
NHTSA campaign 07V454000
186 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn SKY
Owner Complaints
186 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn SKY (8 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 94 |
| Service Brakes | 72 |
| Hydraulic | 59 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Seats | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
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 2008 SATURN SKY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.