2008 Saturn Vue XR FWD
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- Photo: 2008 Saturn VUE Red Line AWD, front right, 10-22-2022 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Saturn Vue, Front Left, 04-18-2021 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Provigo 6767 Newman & '08-'10 Saturn Vue by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Saturn Vue XE in Quicksilver, Rear Left, 11-21-2020 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Saturn VUE Red Line AWD, rear right, 10-22-2022 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2008 Saturn Vue XR FWD is a 257-hp V6 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $24,800 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 257 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 248 lb-ft of torque at 2100 rpm, spinning to a 6,950 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Vue measures 180.1 inches long on a 106.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,076 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $24,800 ($37,436 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $25,425 ($38,380 *) |
| Destination Charge | $625 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | GM High Feature LY7 3.6L DOHC 24-valve V6, dual VVT, MPI, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 257 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 248 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm |
| Redline | 6,950 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24-valve with continuously variable valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 94.0 x 85.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Returnless sequential fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic (Hydra-Matic 6T70) |
| 1st Gear | 4.48 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.87 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.84 |
| 4th Gear | 1.41 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.74 |
| Reverse | 2.88 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut-type with tuned coil springs; direct-acting stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent trailing arm with three lateral locating links, tuned coil springs, indirect-acting stabilizer bar |
| Turning Diameter | 40 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, 296 x 29 mm; dual-piston caliper |
| Rear Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, 303 x 20 mm; single-piston caliper |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0 in alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0 in alloy |
| Tires Front | P235/60R17 |
| Tires Rear | P235/60R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.1 in |
| Width | 72.8 in |
| Height | 67 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.6 in |
| Front Track | 61.4 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.8 in |
| Approach Angle | 18.2° |
| Departure Angle | 22.7° |
| Cargo Volume | 26.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,076 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 58% / 42% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.9 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2008 Saturn Vue XR FWD 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 | ★★★★★ (15.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2008 Saturn VUE 4-DR w/SAB (Early Release): overall not rated
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn VUE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 25, 2009 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
GM IS RECALLING 44,451 MY 2008 SATURN VUE VEHICLES WITH BODY COLOR OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES MAY STICK OR BIND. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, THE DOOR MAY NOT LATCH WHEN CLOSED.
Consequence: DRIVING WITH AN UNLATCHED DOOR COULD RESULT IN AN UNBELTED OCCUPANT FALLING OUT OF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES WITH CHROME DOOR HANDLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNER MAY CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
NHTSA campaign 09V233000
Sep 17, 2008 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
GM IS RECALLING 42,408 MY 2008-2009 SATURN VUE VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE NUT SECURING THE POWER STEERING LINE TO THE POWER STEERING PUMP MAY LOOSEN. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, THERE MAY BE A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK.
Consequence: THE FLUID COULD CONTACT HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE NUT SECURING THE POWER STEERING LINE TO THE POWER STEERING PUMP. IF THERE ARE NO SIGNS OF A FLUID LEAK, DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE NUT. IF A FLUID LEAK IS PRESENT, DEALER WILL TIGHTEN THE NUT AND CHECK THE FLUID LEVEL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
NHTSA campaign 08V470000
May 5, 2008 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
GM IS RECALLING 26 MY 2008 SATURN VUE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6T70 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE TRANSMISSION CASE SIDE BORE THAT HOLDS THE PARK PAWL PIVOT PIN MAY HAVE A CASTING POROSITY. THIS CONDITION, COUPLED WITH NORMAL OPERATING STRESSES, COULD LEAD TO FAILURE, ELIMINATING THE ABILITY TO SECURE THE TRANSMISSION IN 'PARK' POSITION.
Consequence: IF THIS HAPPENS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON A NON-LEVEL SURFACE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSE INJURY TO PEOPLE IN ITS PATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
NHTSA campaign 08V200000
406 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn VUE
Owner Complaints
406 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Saturn VUE (16 mention a crash, 11 a fire, 10 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 120 |
| Electrical System | 88 |
| Steering | 86 |
| Unknown Or Other | 44 |
| Engine | 38 |
| Air Bags | 25 |
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 VUE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.