Compare 2009 Saturn VUE - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $30,935 | $23,270 | $26,045 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $28,924 | $21,656 | $24,229 |
| Destination | $745 | $710 | $710 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Automatic | Manual | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Urethane | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | N/A | Front |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Full With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Partial |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Manual Vented | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Digital/analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Delay | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Mechanical |
| Remote Trunk Release | Mechanical | N/A | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Urethane | Leather/metal-look |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 6-way | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | N/A | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 50-50 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Simulated Suede/leather | Premium Cloth | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Amplifier | Optional | Standard | 270W |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | N/A | N/A |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (front Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | THEFTLOCK | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/100,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | Saturn New Car Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Integrated Roof | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Composite/galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | With Chrome Bar | Metal-look | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate/tailgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Flip-up | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Roof Rails | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Front Tires | P235/55VR18.0 BSW Performance AS | P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/65TR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Machined Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Rainsense | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | All Wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Sport | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Regular | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Regular | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | StabiliTrak | VSA(R) | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | TAPshift | N/A | N/A |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 2.77 | 4.77 | 4.50 |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 180.1 " | 170.4 " | 177.9 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 72.8 " | 71.6 " | 71.6 " |
| Exterior Height | 66.2 " | 69.5 " | 66.1 " |
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 257 @ 6,500 Rpm | 166 @ 5,800 Rpm | 166 @ 5,800 Rpm |
| Torque | 248 @ 2,100 Rpm | 161 @ 4,000 Rpm | 161 @ 4,200 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Fuel Economy - City | 16 Mpg | 18 Mpg | 20 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 23 Mpg | 23 Mpg | 27 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.0 Seconds | 9.1 Seconds | 9.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.2 Seconds | 16.6 Seconds | 17.0 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 88 Mph | 85 Mph | 85 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .9 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 58 Mph | 60 Mph | 59 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.70/3.37 " | 3.43/3.90 " | 3.43/3.90 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,093 Lbs. | 3,523 Lbs. | 3,430 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,057 Lbs. | 4,450 Lbs. | 4,560 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,300 Lbs. | 2,310 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,205 Lbs. | 2,290 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | 675 Lbs. | 850 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | N/A | 1,500 Lbs. | 1,500 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | N/A | N/A | 6,060 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 106.6 " | 101.4 " | 103.1 " |
| Front Track | 61.4 " | 62.1 " | 61.6 " |
| Rear Track | 61.8 " | 62.5 " | 61.6 " |
| Turning Radius | 20.0 '' | 18.5 '' | 18.9 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 6.2 " | N/A |
| Front Legroom | 40.7 " | 41.0 " | 41.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 36.9 " | 39.1 " | 38.5 " |
| Front Headroom | 40.2 " | 43.3 " | 38.9 " |
| Rear Headroom | 39.3 " | 38.0 " | 38.5 " |
| Front Hip Room | 52.6 " | 55.0 " | 55.9 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 52.9 " | 47.6 " | 54.6 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.0 " | 57.1 " | 56.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.9 " | 52.2 " | 56.0 " |
| Luggage Volume | 29.2 Cu.ft. | 25.1 Cu.ft. | 35.7 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 56.4 Cu.ft. | 74.6 Cu.ft. | 72.9 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 98 Cu.ft. | 104 Cu.ft. | 101 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 17.0 Gal. | 15.9 Gal. | 15.3 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Seat | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Front Seat | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | good | marginal |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | acceptable |
| Right Leg/Foot | marginal | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
