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by mkaresh  in Cars & Motorsports,  - Top 10
Oct 21 '02 - Updated Jun 22 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Unique styling, acceleration, plastic body panels, cargo capacity
Cons: Unique styling, price, interior materials, rear seat comfort, unrefined engine and chassis
The Bottom Line: Too many corners were cut with this SUV. Many better vehicles are available for less money.
When I first drove the VUE back in December 2001, I was impressed by its car-like ride and handling. My initial review can be found he
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Now, after driving a 2003, I find myself having to change my evaluation. ...
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by DAnneC - Top 500
Jan 18 '04 - Updated Jan 19 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Handling, price, visual appeal, and versatility
Cons: A new model still in the process of ironing out minor wrinkles
The Bottom Line: In today's marketplace for multipurpose vehicles, the VUE allows its owners to care about comfort, versatility, reliability, and (relatively speaking) the environment.
BACKGROUND In this day and age--when suburban utility vehicles (SUVs) are under assault from all directions as being politically incorrect gas hogs, not to mention being a general menace to the nation's highways--it takes a moment of resolve to ...
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by petergaryr - Top 1000
Dec 08 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Versatility, size, Saturn buying experience
Cons: Electronic steering and VTi may take some getting used to
The Bottom Line: A solid performer that is all Saturn, with a few quirks.
Although I have reviewed several vehicles for Epinions, each time I begin a new one I am always faced with the dilemma of balancing the facts with opinions (or values/desires). Hopefully, my observations will help you sort these out for yourself if you...
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by wordgirl
Mar 31 '03 - Updated Nov 17 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Overall, my 4cyl/FWD/VTi VUE's better than I expected - drives, handles, and looks good!
Cons: Ergonomics ... and the dangers of the Saturn hype. Plus (see update) serious transmission issues
The Bottom Line: If you want a nice-looking, carlike SUV with good gas mileage and high reliability, take a look at the VUE. But do your homework and keep your guard up.
I took delivery on my silver VUE Jan. 2, and so far, I'm still tickled pink...(UPDATE: NOT SO MUCH ANY MORE. I'm not going to change the review, but see below for a major update.) this is my second Saturn and it's been a good purchase. There are other ...
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by longtoni
Aug 13 '03 - Updated Nov 05 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very affordable, good pickup (V6), great, quick steering, roomy.
Cons: Some accessories should be standard.
The Bottom Line: I would recommend the VUE for people who want a reliable, fun car but don't want to pay an arm and a leg. It's a great mid-sized SUV!
I bought my Saturn VUE 2003 after toying with the idea after I first test-drove the 2002 model. I decided to wait until 2003 for two reasons - I wanted a leather interior and I wanted to see if there were any major kinks that needed to be fixed. I previ ...
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by cxc273
Aug 12 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Friendly sales staff, unique styling, undentable side body panels; rear storage well thought out
Cons: Bland interior, vague steering, accessories that should come standard
The Bottom Line: Definitely worth considering, though those serious about the Vue might want to wait until the '04 comes out.
Saturn's entry into the highly competitive small SUV market is a vehicle that merits consideration, ...
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by michpadams
May 11 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: good fuel economy, fairly priced, quiet comfortable ride
Cons: too much hard plastic, rattles after 7000 miles
The Bottom Line: some drawbacks but still an excellent vehicle for the price
We bought our saturn vue in January and have been quite happy with it. We were on a budget and ended up chosing the 4 cyl with manual transmission. We did this also because it got better fuel economy than the 6cyl and you get more control/power with...
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by jeff_albertson
Jan 07 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: comfortable ride, spacious interior, great winter traction w/AWD
Cons: many mechanical issues that don't befit a vehicle with less than 100K on the clock
The Bottom Line: Given the problems I experienced and the indications that they've not unusual, I'd be cautious around early model years of the VUE (especially '02 and '03).
After struggling up one too many snow-covered Northern Michigan hills with my '99 Dodge Stratus, I decided to look for a vehicle with better all-season traction. Given my budget, the legroom demands that my 6'3" frame creates and my desire for decent ...
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by ottawascott
Jan 20 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: No
Pros: Ample room, price was right.
Cons: Poor quality parts, cheap interior components
The Bottom Line: I would not recommend this vehicle. Buy a used import.
Against my better judgement I sold my Honda and bought a new GM product, the 2003 VUE (4 cyl FWD). Having owned the vehicle now for 18 months and 34,000 km I now have my eyes on a Toyota coming off a lease in 2005. First the positives, because there ...
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by diggler
Oct 16 '02
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Affortable "Mini-Van Substitute"
Cons: Overstated Mileage So Far
The Bottom Line: The VUE is a nice compromise vehicle.
Disclaimer: I am not an automobile expert. The only time I have gotten under the hood is when I dropped my keys.
Having said that, I recently traded in my 94 Isuzu Rodeo--- the one without cup holders. My wife and I considered a wagon or...
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by heinrke
Nov 23 '04 - Updated Dec 12 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Style, fuel efficiency, quiet engine.
Cons: No options unless you pay for them, radio, limited trunk area.
The Bottom Line: Nice looking vehicle for someone looking for a small SUV within a small budget.
I purchased this vehicle used, with about 20,000 miles on it and I have driven it now for about 2 months. My Mazda was totaled when a drunk driver collided with me, so I needed a replacement. Having 3 small children, I needed to upgrade to more space in ...
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by vistarojo
Apr 06 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: AWESOME mileage, easy maintainance, looks good, low insurance, friendly dealer, rides nice, good cargo space
Cons: lotsa plastic inside, ABS isn't standard, flimsy cargo holder, weird power windows.
The Bottom Line: Hesitant at first, but it won me over. I love the gas mileage and cargo capacity, as well as not seeing one at every stoplight. Fun, unique, good value.
My Vue: 4 cyl, front wheel drive, manual 5-speed trans. power package, CD player. Wanted an Element, wife wanted a Forrester, compromised on the Vue. It's been a while since I owned a vehicle that attracts this kind of attention. No less than half ...
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by slubahn
Dec 31 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Smooth ride and shifting, great price, gas mileage, safety features, front seat room, quiet interior
Cons: Front cup holders too low, stereo sound quality
The Bottom Line: Great smaller alternative to SUV, solid performance at a great price with ride and handling of a more expensive vehicle.
This is our first experience owning a Saturn, so far we feel we made the right choice. We saw the VUE concept car several years ago, my main concern was the electric steering and wanted to make sure the vehicle proved itself in the field. After two...
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by tkindler11
Nov 29 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Gas Mileage, Safety, Maintenance Record, Useful Design, Nice Styling (totally personal opinion), Handling
Cons: Interior color selection, Lack of availability (currently)
The Bottom Line: Both my wife and I love this SUV. Give it a shot!
I bought this car on my lunch break. Ok, o it was a long lunch but the fact is this SUV impressed me. I have been putting off this purchase for over a year but putting a baby in a Stratus is not fun when you are 6'6". So, ere I was looking at the Vue...
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by alshoe
Oct 02 '03 - Updated Apr 13 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: V6 engine with 5 speed auto AWD. Rides like a car, very versatile vehicle.
Cons: Lumbar support knob should be moved to seat back, as in the L300.
The Bottom Line: Recommend the VUE for a family of 4. Saturn buying experience is second to none in this price range. Saturn has a good reputation and has stood by this vehicle.
Update 4/13/03: Have had this vehicle seven months now. Still enjoy it, but have had some repairs required, all covered under the warranty. Fuel gauge was not reading properly, had the sending unit replaced, apparently a defect in the 02 and 03 ...
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