Saturn ION MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Saturn ION model year from 2003 to 2007 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the ION has been offered with 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2007 (up to 26 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Saturn ION fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 23–26 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 23–26 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 23–26 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 23–26 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 24–25 MPG | 2.2L 4-cyl | — | — |
2007 Saturn ION: engines & MPG
The 2007 ION was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Ion | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
2006 Saturn ION: engines & MPG
The 2006 ION was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Ion | 2.4L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2005 Saturn ION: engines & MPG
The 2005 ION was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2004 Saturn ION: engines & MPG
The 2004 ION was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.2L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 20 | 26 | 23 MPG |
2003 Saturn ION: engines & MPG
The 2003 ION was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.2L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Ion | 2.2L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Saturn ION get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the ION range from 25 to 26 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2007 model year.
What engines does the 2007 Saturn ION have?
The 2007 ION was EPA-rated with 2.2L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl engines — see the 2007 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Saturn ION require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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