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#11 of 3765 lancerfixer by dindak Oct 13, 2000 (12:33 pm)
While GM does have a lot of trucks in it's line up already, the fact is this is a still growing segment of the industry. Keep in mind, trucks/ vans are 50%+ of vehicle sales. Further, the small SUV market (where GM only has the Tracker at this point) is expected to DOUBLE in the next 5 years. There is absolutely nothing redundant about this truck and Saturn's high customer satisfaction should ensure it's success. You obviously (from your comments and posts you have made elsewhere) are anti-American car and anti-GM. I don't think your tone is constructive and if you want to be rude, go to the Aztek form where that seems to be acceptable.
#12 of 3765 dindak by lancerfixer Oct 13, 2000 (12:41 pm)
Yeah, I know I got off on a rant. Originally I was merely critizing the Saturn SUV, but it turned into something much broader. Won't happen again, at least in this forum.
#13 of 3765 Also, by lancerfixer Oct 13, 2000 (12:44 pm)
I've never made any secret about being anti-GM, or anti-Big 3 for that matter.
#14 of 3765 I'll wait for a test drive........ by michanth Oct 13, 2000 (5:04 pm)
I'm in the market for one of those SUV pavement crawlers, and I've driven the Escape/Tribute which seems like a fine vehicle, but after looking at the Saturn SUV, I now want to wait for a test drive and then make an informed buying decision. Its definitely on my consideration list.
#15 of 3765 michanth - Escape by dindak Oct 15, 2000 (7:48 pm)
I really like the Ford Escape/ Mazda Tribute a lot. These are probably the best smaller SUV choices out there right now. The new RAV4 looks ok, but no V6 is available which is a big drawback. I think it will be a choice between the Saturn and the Ford/Mazda for me.
#16 of 3765 Saturn SUV Info by titanfan Oct 16, 2000 (1:23 am)
Hi folks, Here's some Saturn SUV information (and corrections to previously posted stuff). CHASSIS : All new platform designed spcifically for Saturn SUV. It is not sharing it's frame/structure with the next gen of Blazers, Jimmys, etc. Those vehicles (which will now actually be called Trailblazer, Envoy - no more Jimmy name, & Bravada) are being stepped up a notch to a Durango size to offer a 3rd row of seating. Also, those new gen Blazers, etc. will be getting GM's brand new I-6 engine. FRAME : Should be body-on-frame, not unibody construction. Will have polymer side panels, like other Saturns. POWERTRAIN : ENGINES - Base, 2.2L 4 cyl. (also offered as the base engine on Saturn L-series) Optional, 3.0 54-degree V6 (also offered as the option on Saturn L-series). TRANSMISSIONS - Continuously variable transmission (CVT) offered with 4 cyl. engine. Electronic, 4-speed step transmission available with V6. Manual trans also available. FWD & AWD available. OTHER STATS : Length: 181.3 in. Width: 71.5 in. Height: 66.3 in. Wheelbase: 106.6 in. Curb weight 3172 lbs. to 3470 lbs. Towing capacity: 1,500 lbs. (4-cylinder); 2,500 lbs. (V6)
#17 of 3765 More SUV info by ratox Oct 16, 2000 (3:46 am)
Check out this website for all the details: http://www.saturnfans.com/cars/future/suv-features.html It will have a space frame (unit construction) with full length frame rails. Sort of a hybrid, I suppose. And a five-speed automatic with the V-6. I need to drive one with the CVT for sure. I hope Saturn lets me use my GM Card savings, or they can forget it. Can't let it go to waste.
#18 of 3765 ratox by dindak Oct 16, 2000 (12:03 pm)
It's weird that in the U.S. you can't use the GM card at Saturn. In Canada we can use the GM card on any Saturn, Saab and Isuzu model which makes the points much more flexible. I will be using mine if I buy the Saturn SUV (though I probably won't have many as we just used them all earlier this year).
#19 of 3765 Escape/Saturn/Tribute-(dindak) by michanth Oct 16, 2000 (6:59 pm)
I feel the same way (message 14/17) about these vehicles. The Saturn SUV seems a little larger than the Escape/Tribute and RAV4, if the the dimensions given are accurate. I too prefer a V-6 engine as my choice over a 4 banger. These vehicle seem to be hitting the same market area and my current taste trends. I look forward to comparing them - Escape/Tribute/Saturn SUV WHAT IS THE RELEASE DATE FOR THE SATURN SUV.... BEST REGARDS EVERYONE.....
#20 of 3765 release by dindak Oct 17, 2000 (12:00 pm)
I believe the Saturn SUV will be released late summer 2001.

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