Saturn Vue Generation 1 (2002–2007)

Saturn Vue Generation 1 (2002–2007) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Saturn Vue — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 1 2002–2007 —
Generation 2 2008–2010 —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the Vue

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Saturn 2.2L 4-cylinder 2002–2007 11 models 37

About this generation

The Vue was designed by Saturn and introduced for the 2002 model year. It was manufactured at the Spring Hill GM plant. Its unibody platform is shared with the Chevrolet Equinox, Pontiac Torrent, and the European Opel Antara. The first generation was produced for the 2002 to 2007 model years. The Vue was produced in trim levels with an inline-4 (I4) or V6 gasoline engine and a manual or automatic transmission. A sport-oriented "Red Line" trim was added starting with the 2004 model year.

An economy-oriented "Green Line" (mild hybrid) was added for the final model year of the first-generation Vue (2007). Front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrains were offered. Four-cylinder Vues use the Ecotec I4. The L81 V6 from the L-Series and five-speed Aisin AF33 automatic transmission were initially offered, but starting in 2004, all six-cylinder Vues were equipped with Honda's J35A3 engine and a Honda transmission.

The four-cylinder Vue was available with the VTi continuously variable transmission (CVT) until GM canceled it for 2005 due to reported poor reliability. The Vue received a facelift for the 2006 model year. Upgrades included a redesigned interior with higher-quality materials, a new bumper and grille, and minor cosmetic pieces to the exterior. OnStar, cruise control, and automatic headlights became standard. However, General Motors (GM) "Mark of Excellence" badges were not added to the side of the vehicle until GM took over production from Saturn for the second-generation Vue.

* 2003: The FWD V6 configuration was offered partially through the model year. This version included the L81 V6 engine with Aisin AF33 five-speed automatic transmission. * 2004: The Vue "Red Line" trim was added. The V6 models featured the Honda 3.5 L J35S1 engine and a Honda five-speed transmission. This combination improved performance over the prior V6. The Honda V6 engine was used in the Saturn Vue through the 2007 model year.

* 2005: The I4 front-wheel drive configuration included a four-speed automatic transmission in place of the Continuously variable transmission (CVT). The AWD I4 configuration with the CVT was available for the 2005 model year until the existing stock was depleted. Exterior colors Storm Grey, Pacific Blue, and Dragonfly green were added. Electric Blue, Electric Lime, and Rainforest Green are discontinued. * 2006: Facelift with redesigned interior including a new center console, center stack, and upgraded interior trim.

New audio options received aux in and satellite radio. New front and rear fascias. Fusion Orange exterior color was added. * 2007: "Green Line" model added. Fusion Orange exterior color dropped, while Deep Blue color replaced Pacific Blue. Saturn introduced a high-performance "Red Line" trim in 2004 with similar implications as on the ION. This includes the same Honda J35A3 V6 as the regular model, but with suspension tuning that lowered the body by 1 inch, unique power steering calibration, 18 inch alloy wheels, ground-effect front and rear bumpers, unique rocker panel trim, chrome exhaust tip, special black leather and suede seats (optional for 2005, but standard for 2006 and 2007), footwell lighting (included with leather and suede seat package, not available with optional full-leather (heated front) seats), and a special gauge cluster.

It also includes some unique interior features such as a higher quality audio system. The high-performance Vue Red Line was joined in 2007 by the "Green Line" model. The Green Line was a mild hybrid, or "assist hybrid", using GM's belt alternator starter (BAS) system. An electric motor connected to the crankshaft via a special accessory drive belt and the Green Line included a modified automatic transmission. The start-stop system automatically stops the engine when the vehicle halts and instantly restarts it when the brake pedal is released.

Source: Wikipedia — Saturn Vue — First generation (2002), CC BY-SA.

Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2005 0 169 Electrical System, Power Train, Steering
2006 0 300 Electrical System, Air Bags, Steering

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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