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#3683 of 3765 VUE opinions and compared to the 'Nox by bxd Apr 30, 2007 (5:13 am)
Replying to: wtd44 (Mar 08, 2007 7:03 am) My wife and I have narrowed down our car shopping field to two small-ish SUVs, the Vue and the Equinox.   On paper, at 8" longer, the Equinox seems like it would be much bigger. In person I am not sure. It's hard to get that subjective feel of one, then drive to a different dealership, and check out the other. We did spot a used Equinox at our Saturn dealer this weekend and plan on doing a side by side comparo, but, has anyone here done the same?? Any comments/thoughts about their sizes, ability to handle adults in the back seat, cargo space, etc.   Also, we were leaning towards a loaded 4 cyl Vue, but then I saw that the V6 FWD was no worse on gas. Is this reality or just the rating ?? I can't believe the 4 cyl with only 144 hp gets only 27 mpg on the highway, while the 6 cyl with 248 hp gets 28. I do realize the 5 speed tranny versus 4 speed tranny but that would have to mean the 4 cylinder's top gear is very short.   Thanks. Brian Replies to this message: uga91 (Apr 30, 2007 6:12 pm)
#3684 of 3765 Re: VUE opinions and compared to the 'Nox [bxd] by uga91 Apr 30, 2007 (6:12 pm)
Replying to: bxd (Apr 30, 2007 5:13 am) Two things:   1) The VUE as we know it is dead. They stopped making them about a month ago and the new one is smaller than the current one. If you buy a 2007 VUE, you are buying a car that will be old the day you drive it off the lot. I've done something similar to that before and you just get upset.   2) You can get a good deal on the 2007 VUE right now for just that reason. It seems to be a good buy right now.   If you get a VUE, make sure it's got the V6. Our 2005 VUE is a 4 cylinder 5 speed. We took it to our dealer last Saturday thinking about trading up to a 2007 with V6 and a few other goodies we don't have now. The dealer practically told us they did not want our trade. I can understand why. They are advertising in the paper right now a 2007 VUE with 4 cylinder and 5 speed for about $14,700 after rebates. They would have a hard time selling one that's 2 years old when a brand new one is only $14,700. This is our 4th Saturn; but, if a Saturn dealer won't take it for a trade, I certainly don't need to buy another Saturn--now or in the future. Good luck to you. Buy the Equinox--it comes standard with traction control and stability control. Those are the kind of things that can save your life one day.
#3685 of 3765 Love My VUE by ocmike3 May 13, 2007 (1:27 pm)
We've had our 06 VUE(FWD, V6) for over a year now and I love it. Lots of go, good driver, comfortable seats; over 15k and the only issue -s a side panel on the console that buzzes on rough pavement... I tried the Equinox when we were shopping and didn't like the 3.4lV6 to much - less power, noisier. Equinox is certainly a capable rig; but the VUE was a better deal equally equipped (even tho Chevy had more rebates at the time.) mpg for the life we've owned the VUE calculates to almost 23mpg - I think we'll keep it.
#3686 of 3765 I want to know... by bpizzuti May 13, 2007 (5:20 pm)
...when I can see the new one. And when Edmunds will get their hands on one.
#3687 of 3765 Re: shepard [carguy1234] by moretj May 15, 2007 (4:45 pm)
Replying to: carguy1234 (Sep 24, 2003 1:51 pm) I'm wondering if you can help me. I'm having problems with the stabilizer bar on my 2002 Saturn VUe. I've had them replaced twice so far (once in warranty and once just outside warranty - 63,000km). They need replacing again - 94,000km. Is this a known defect on the vehicle per TSN noted above. How do I go about getting Saturn to pay for this repair if at all possible +/-$300. Thanks.
#3688 of 3765 new vs old by twain May 18, 2007 (8:45 am)
I was looking forward to the 08 Vue but now, not so much. It weighs 4000 lbs (about 500 more than the 07) and it's $3,000 higher. It may be a better vehicle but that isn't the direction I want to go. With gas over $3gal, I want a lighter, more efficient vehicle that costs less (or the same.) The new Vue isn't for me. It's similar to the Edge. Too big and too pricey. But the Vue isn't really that big, it's just fat.   The category of SUV I'm interested in is under 3500lbs, 30mpg on the hwy and 18 to 22k. That's the Jeep Patriot, the Honda CRV and maybe the new Nissan Rogue. The new Vue is too fat and too expensive.
#3689 of 3765 Help by jmil74 May 19, 2007 (6:55 am)
We all know that we had trouble with removing those door panels. When I got my car alarm installed on my 2004 Vue, they broke the clips on the bottom. Now my door panel keeps catching everytime I open the door. I have been looking all over for a door panel; A used, salvaged, refurbished panel would work. Saturn wants to charge me $500 for a brand new one. Does anybody have any ideas as to where I could get one? Replies to this message: donn2390 (Oct 10, 2007 1:25 pm)
#3690 of 3765 Re: Help [jmil74] by donn2390 Oct 10, 2007 (1:25 pm)
Replying to: jmil74 (May 19, 2007 6:55 am) Sounds like a no brainer. Go buy the new one for $500.00, and present the bill to the alarm company that broke it. They carry insurance for situations like yours. If they don't, you aren't dealing with a reputable outfit
#3691 of 3765 Saturn Vue electrical problems?? by eileen2left Feb 03, 2008 (6:34 pm)
I have a 2003 Saturn Vue...it's my 2nd Saturn, but most likely my last.   I am frustrated because the service department gives me lots of "we can't reproduce the problem" types of comments and I am to the point where I feel they don't know what they are doing.   Here is my latest problem...I would be interested to know if anyone else is having this problem...   My dash lights are doing screwy things....service light, service engine soon, the gas gauge, as well as tachometer, speedometer and temperature gauge all go haywire constantly as I am driving. My Non saturn auto repairmen has tried and tried to figure it all out, he is to the point where he is now sending me back to the dealer. He feels I have a short somewhere. This has not been the only problem with my car. I am out of warranty, but still paying on the car (not much to go now). There have been other problems which Saturn couldn't fix during warranty. After warranty the problem became worse and I had to pay to have it fixed....My next car will be a Honda!!! I want something that lasts! Replies to this message: steve_ (Feb 03, 2008 6:49 pm) 442dude (Feb 04, 2008 6:22 pm) stefen68 (Mar 04, 2008 12:57 pm)
#3692 of 3765 Re: Saturn Vue electrical problems?? [eileen2left] by steve_ HOST Feb 03, 2008 (6:49 pm)
Replying to: eileen2left (Feb 03, 2008 6:34 pm) There have been other problems which Saturn couldn't fix during warranty. After warranty the problem became worse and I had to pay to have it fixed   I'd ask your dealer to fix the old problems for free, assuming you have a record of your service visits asking them to fix these old problems, and assuming there's not some other reason why the problems got worse (accident, abuse, etc.).   If the dealer doesn't agree to work with you, ask to speak to a zone representative (or whatever Saturn calls their regional customer support people). If you still don't get any results, you may want to contact your local consumer protection agency and see if they can help.   The After Warranty Assistance article at Edmunds may be of interest too.

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