Used 2009 Saturn Vue NC XR 3.6L 6Cyl. Sequential Fuel Injection Automatic 4 Dr SUV FWD Saturn Vue for sale in North Carolina at Joe Alcoke Pre-owned Super Center New Bern NC.

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Liked Most
...it has some features that can't be found anywhere else, such as thermoplastic body-side panels...and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), an emerging technology aimed at improving fuel economy.
Car and Driver
Liked Most
The Vue seats five people, who benefit from easy entry and exit thanks to a step-in height that is 2 to 3 inches lower than normal.
Cars.com
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Vue's deficits in handling and overall refinement are nearly balanced by its outstanding V6 performance.
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TagLine
Quality, versatility, style and just the right size.
Introduction
This is the second year for the second generation of the Saturn Vue, a sweet spot in terms of reliability.Completely redesigned for the 2008 model year this latest Saturn Vue is based on a German Opel, and it offers quality fit and finish, a versatile interior, tasteful style, and solid value in a compact crossover utility vehicle.It represents a vast improvement over the first-generation Vue.It drives nice and handles well.And many find it's just the right size. The Vue is stylish outside, while inside is a versatile cabin that offers several alternatives for hauling people or cargo.The interior is attractive and European in style, modern and classy, with comfortable seats. The 2009 Saturn Vue is available in three trim levels, with three engines, two transmissions and a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.The standard four-cylinder engine delivers an EPA fuel economy rating of 19/26 mpg City/Highway.Equipped with the V6, the Vue is rated at 17/24 mpg City/Highway with front-wheel drive, and with all-wheel drive it's rated 16/23 mpg.Properly equipped, the Vue V6 is rated to tow up to 3500 pounds.We found it delivers more than sufficient power and acceleration performance, especially with either of the two V6 engines. Saturn has given the Vue a generous level of safety equipment.The Vue comes standard with a full complement of air bags, traction and stability control, and anti-lock brakes. Since the Vue was all-new for 2008, changes for 2009 are minor.Brake Assist now comes standard on all models, there is an enhanced Driver Information Center, the Convenience Package for the XE model now includes heated seats, there is an available Chrome Package for the V6 models, there are some new colors, and a few other small changes. With lots of standard features, good power, decent fuel economy, a commendable level of ride and handling, and a versatile interior, the Saturn Vue represents a vehicle that's full of space and storage, easy to use, easy to drive, and easy on the eyes.
Lineup
The 2009 Saturn Vue comes in a choice of XE, XR and Red Line trim levels.Three powertrains are available: The 2.4-liter four-cylinder Ecotec engine, a 3.5-liter V6 engine, and a high-feature 3.6-liter V6 with variable valve timing.The four-cylinder engine has a four-speed automatic transmission, and the two V6 engines are mated to GM's six-speed automatic.All three trim levels are available in front-drive and all-wheel-drive versions, but the four-cylinder engine is available only with two-wheel drive. The availability and content of the various option packages is somewhat dependent upon the trim levels, but, basically there is a Preferred Package with eight-way power driver's seat, leather wheel, heated power mirrors, lighted visor vanity mirrors, and automatic temperature control ($1,020); a Convenience Package with rain-sensing wipers, heated washer fluid, remote starting and a universal remote for gates, garage doors and home lighting ($920); a Premium Package with leather seating, leather shift knob, and heated front seats ($1,075); and a Chrome Package, with front and rear lower fascia moldings ($195).Other options include a DVD navigation and CD/MP3 player system ($2,145) and a high-end stereo system ($325).Also available is a trailer towing package ($350), power sunroof ($850), fog lamps ($150), cargo cover ($85), cargo divider, and a stereo/six-CD upgrade ($295). Safety features include OnStar Safe and Sound emergency communications, ABS, Bake Assist, traction control, and StabiliTrak electronic stability control.This version of StabiliTrak includes a trailer-stabilizing system that automatically applies the brakes when it detects the trailer swaying behind the vehicle.
Walkaround
The exterior design of the Vue is based on the European Opel Antara and is crisp, sporty and modern from every angle.In our opinion, the new Vue is the best-looking, most together vehicle Saturn has ever offered. The Vue has a distinctly Saturn grille, a much busier under-bumper and skid-plate area to add visual interest, multi-element headlamp units sweeping around the front corners, a forward-leaning rear door, big wheel arch accents, an arching roofline with well-integrated roof bars, and a forward-leaning rear side window and D-pillar to give a much more sporty and modern impression. Sizewise, the Vue is right in the heart of the segment with all of the other domestic and imported five-door, five-seat crossover SUVs, exactly 15 feet long overall on a 106-inch wheelbase.The Vue uses the same underpinnings as the European Opel Antara, tuned for America, which means simple, effective MacPherson strut front suspension with coil springs, and independent rear suspension with trailing arms, coil springs, and lateral locating links.
Interior
Our first impression inside the Saturn Vue was extremely positive.The European-inspired look is clean, modern and classy in terms of design, appearance, materials and function.There's a good balance of brightwork to panels from the left door across the instrument panel and dashboard to the right door, and the heating/air conditioning vents are big, round and nicely done. The driver's bucket seat is comfy, containing but not restrictive.The seating position at front left is commanding and comfortable, and everything is within easy reach.Arranged ahead of the driver is a lovely array of multi-colored instruments surrounded by brushed-metal rings.The instrument panel is pleasant to look at and easy to read and use, night or day.Saturn has chosen brushed metal over shiny chrome, which avoids problems with fingerprints and sun reflections, and for that we give high marks.The steering wheel is a work of art, with radio and cruise control buttons built in, a thick rim with lovely stitching and a nice set of metallic accents in the lower half.The steering wheel offers tilt adjustability, but does not telescope. The touch-screen for the AM/FM/XM radio and the navigation system is big and bright and high enough in the center of the dash to be read quickly and safely, yet low enough to stay out of the glaring sunlight most of the time.It's one of the easiest systems to use of all the competitors in this segment, with big markings and good contrast.There's no wood in here, but the plastics, metals and fabrics are all very touchable and good-looking.Down below, the shifter is a single-gate model, surrounded again by brushed metal. There's 56 cubic feet of cargo room just inside the easy-lift tailgate with the 60/40 second-row seats flopped down.There's a huge glovebox, an under-seat box under the front passenger seat, more storage in the second-row console, and, hiding under the cargo floor is a whole network of nooks, crannies and cubbies built into the spare tire carrier assembly, and some almost-hidden storage way up front in the compartment. In the cargo compartment floor are two sets of rails into which fit a set of six sliding chocks to help secure cargoes of all shapes and sizes, with more tie-downs in the floor and in the seatbacks.Fold the front passenger seat down, and you can easily carry a one-man kayak inside the Vue with room left over for wetsuit, paddles and a whole lot more gear.
Driving Impression
Compared with other five-seat crossover utility vehicles from the Japanese, Korean, European and domestic competition, the Saturn Vue behaves more like a European vehicle.That makes sense, given its German Opel roots. The power steering is not overboosted or mushy, and has good but not great road feel.The ride is taut without being jarring, and body roll control is right up there with the best of the other Europeans, including BMW and Land Rover, so the Vue invites spirited driving, especially through long sweeping curves.Isolation from the world outside is very good. We were very impressed with the acceleration performance from the available 3.6-liter V6.Paired with the new six-speed transmission, this engine makes the Vue smooth, quiet, and authoritative without a lot of noisy cabin intrusion.The 257-hp V6 engine is near the top of the class in terms of power and torque.It'll accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about seven seconds flat.In sixth gear, the engine sound all but disappears, providing a relaxed, easy cruising mode. We like brakes that start braking right at the top of the pedal travel, and the Saturn Vue's brakes delivered on that, with lots of braking power at the initial stab of the pedal and even more with more pedal travel, very linear and effective.
Summary
The Saturn Vue is a nice compact crossover utility vehicle, certainly one of the best in its segment.It boasts very good performance, real room for five, storage possibilities galore, and tons of personality.Built in Mexico to a very high quality standard, it's the best Saturn product so far, and we recommend you add it to your looking list. NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Jim McCraw is based in Detroit.
Model Lineup
Saturn Vue XE FWD 4-cylinder ($23,280); XE AWD V6 ($25,955); XR FWD 4-cylinder ($25,395); XR FWD V6 ($26,435); XR AWD V6 (28,435); Red Line FWD V6 ($28,935); Red Line AWD V6 ($30,935).
Assembled In
Ramos Arizpe, Mexico.
Options As Tested
Convenience Package ($920); Premium Package ($1,075); navigation with AM/FM CD/MP3 ($2,145); Advanced Audio Package ($325).
Model Tested
Saturn Vue XR AWD V6 ($28,435).
TagLine
Quality, versatility, style and just the right size.
Introduction
This is the second year for the second generation of the Saturn Vue, a sweet spot in terms of reliability.Completely redesigned for the 2008 model year this latest Saturn Vue is based on a German Opel, and it offers quality fit and finish, a versatile interior, tasteful style, and solid value in a compact crossover utility vehicle.It represents a vast improvement over the first-generation Vue.It drives nice and handles well.And many find it's just the right size. The Vue is stylish outside, while inside is a versatile cabin that offers several alternatives for hauling people or cargo.The interior is attractive and European in style, modern and classy, with comfortable seats. The 2009 Saturn Vue is available in three trim levels, with three engines, two transmissions and a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.The standard four-cylinder engine delivers an EPA fuel economy rating of 19/26 mpg City/Highway.Equipped with the V6, the Vue is rated at 17/24 mpg City/Highway with front-wheel drive, and with all-wheel drive it's rated 16/23 mpg.Properly equipped, the Vue V6 is rated to tow up to 3500 pounds.We found it delivers more than sufficient power and acceleration performance, especially with either of the two V6 engines. Saturn has given the Vue a generous level of safety equipment.The Vue comes standard with a full complement of air bags, traction and stability control, and anti-lock brakes. Since the Vue was all-new for 2008, changes for 2009 are minor.Brake Assist now comes standard on all models, there is an enhanced Driver Information Center, the Convenience Package for the XE model now includes heated seats, there is an available Chrome Package for the V6 models, there are some new colors, and a few other small changes. With lots of standard features, good power, decent fuel economy, a commendable level of ride and handling, and a versatile interior, the Saturn Vue represents a vehicle that's full of space and storage, easy to use, easy to drive, and easy on the eyes.
Lineup
The 2009 Saturn Vue comes in a choice of XE, XR and Red Line trim levels.Three powertrains are available: The 2.4-liter four-cylinder Ecotec engine, a 3.5-liter V6 engine, and a high-feature 3.6-liter V6 with variable valve timing.The four-cylinder engine has a four-speed automatic transmission, and the two V6 engines are mated to GM's six-speed automatic.All three trim levels are available in front-drive and all-wheel-drive versions, but the four-cylinder engine is available only with two-wheel drive. The availability and content of the various option packages is somewhat dependent upon the trim levels, but, basically there is a Preferred Package with eight-way power driver's seat, leather wheel, heated power mirrors, lighted visor vanity mirrors, and automatic temperature control ($1,020); a Convenience Package with rain-sensing wipers, heated washer fluid, remote starting and a universal remote for gates, garage doors and home lighting ($920); a Premium Package with leather seating, leather shift knob, and heated front seats ($1,075); and a Chrome Package, with front and rear lower fascia moldings ($195).Other options include a DVD navigation and CD/MP3 player system ($2,145) and a high-end stereo system ($325).Also available is a trailer towing package ($350), power sunroof ($850), fog lamps ($150), cargo cover ($85), cargo divider, and a stereo/six-CD upgrade ($295). Safety features include OnStar Safe and Sound emergency communications, ABS, Bake Assist, traction control, and StabiliTrak electronic stability control.This version of StabiliTrak includes a trailer-stabilizing system that automatically applies the brakes when it detects the trailer swaying behind the vehicle.
Walkaround
The exterior design of the Vue is based on the European Opel Antara and is crisp, sporty and modern from every angle.In our opinion, the new Vue is the best-looking, most together vehicle Saturn has ever offered. The Vue has a distinctly Saturn grille, a much busier under-bumper and skid-plate area to add visual interest, multi-element headlamp units sweeping around the front corners, a forward-leaning rear door, big wheel arch accents, an arching roofline with well-integrated roof bars, and a forward-leaning rear side window and D-pillar to give a much more sporty and modern impression. Sizewise, the Vue is right in the heart of the segment with all of the other domestic and imported five-door, five-seat crossover SUVs, exactly 15 feet long overall on a 106-inch wheelbase.The Vue uses the same underpinnings as the European Opel Antara, tuned for America, which means simple, effective MacPherson strut front suspension with coil springs, and independent rear suspension with trailing arms, coil springs, and lateral locating links.
Interior
Our first impression inside the Saturn Vue was extremely positive.The European-inspired look is clean, modern and classy in terms of design, appearance, materials and function.There's a good balance of brightwork to panels from the left door across the instrument panel and dashboard to the right door, and the heating/air conditioning vents are big, round and nicely done. The driver's bucket seat is comfy, containing but not restrictive.The seating position at front left is commanding and comfortable, and everything is within easy reach.Arranged ahead of the driver is a lovely array of multi-colored instruments surrounded by brushed-metal rings.The instrument panel is pleasant to look at and easy to read and use, night or day.Saturn has chosen brushed metal over shiny chrome, which avoids problems with fingerprints and sun reflections, and for that we give high marks.The steering wheel is a work of art, with radio and cruise control buttons built in, a thick rim with lovely stitching and a nice set of metallic accents in the lower half.The steering wheel offers tilt adjustability, but does not telescope. The touch-screen for the AM/FM/XM radio and the navigation system is big and bright and high enough in the center of the dash to be read quickly and safely, yet low enough to stay out of the glaring sunlight most of the time.It's one of the easiest systems to use of all the competitors in this segment, with big markings and good contrast.There's no wood in here, but the plastics, metals and fabrics are all very touchable and good-looking.Down below, the shifter is a single-gate model, surrounded again by brushed metal. There's 56 cubic feet of cargo room just inside the easy-lift tailgate with the 60/40 second-row seats flopped down.There's a huge glovebox, an under-seat box under the front passenger seat, more storage in the second-row console, and, hiding under the cargo floor is a whole network of nooks, crannies and cubbies built into the spare tire carrier assembly, and some almost-hidden storage way up front in the compartment. In the cargo compartment floor are two sets of rails into which fit a set of six sliding chocks to help secure cargoes of all shapes and sizes, with more tie-downs in the floor and in the seatbacks.Fold the front passenger seat down, and you can easily carry a one-man kayak inside the Vue with room left over for wetsuit, paddles and a whole lot more gear.
Driving Impression
Compared with other five-seat crossover utility vehicles from the Japanese, Korean, European and domestic competition, the Saturn Vue behaves more like a European vehicle.That makes sense, given its German Opel roots. The power steering is not overboosted or mushy, and has good but not great road feel.The ride is taut without being jarring, and body roll control is right up there with the best of the other Europeans, including BMW and Land Rover, so the Vue invites spirited driving, especially through long sweeping curves.Isolation from the world outside is very good. We were very impressed with the acceleration performance from the available 3.6-liter V6.Paired with the new six-speed transmission, this engine makes the Vue smooth, quiet, and authoritative without a lot of noisy cabin intrusion.The 257-hp V6 engine is near the top of the class in terms of power and torque.It'll accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in about seven seconds flat.In sixth gear, the engine sound all but disappears, providing a relaxed, easy cruising mode. We like brakes that start braking right at the top of the pedal travel, and the Saturn Vue's brakes delivered on that, with lots of braking power at the initial stab of the pedal and even more with more pedal travel, very linear and effective.
Summary
The Saturn Vue is a nice compact crossover utility vehicle, certainly one of the best in its segment.It boasts very good performance, real room for five, storage possibilities galore, and tons of personality.Built in Mexico to a very high quality standard, it's the best Saturn product so far, and we recommend you add it to your looking list. NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Jim McCraw is based in Detroit.
Model Lineup
Saturn Vue XE FWD 4-cylinder ($23,280); XE AWD V6 ($25,955); XR FWD 4-cylinder ($25,395); XR FWD V6 ($26,435); XR AWD V6 (28,435); Red Line FWD V6 ($28,935); Red Line AWD V6 ($30,935).
Assembled In
Ramos Arizpe, Mexico.
Options As Tested
Convenience Package ($920); Premium Package ($1,075); navigation with AM/FM CD/MP3 ($2,145); Advanced Audio Package ($325).
Model Tested
Saturn Vue XR AWD V6 ($28,435).
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Standard Equipment
(Typical standard equipment usually available on this model. Please contact us for more information.)
Wheels
Diameter, 17	Standard
Width, 7	Standard
Rim Type, Silver alloy	Standard
Spare Wheel
Rim type, Steel	Standard
Spare Tire
Mount Location, Inside under cargo	Standard
Size, Compact	Standard
Suspension
Rear Suspension Type, Multi-link	Standard
Front Suspension Classification, Independent	Standard
Front Spring Type, Coil	Standard
Front Stabilizer Bar, Regular	Standard
Rear Spring Type, Coil	Standard
Class, Regular	Standard
Independent, Four-wheel	Standard
Front suspension type, Strut	Standard
Lights
Headlights auto delay	Standard
Exterior entry lights	Standard
Headlights dusk sensor	Standard
Front Fog lights	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Roof
Roof rack	Standard
Drivetrain
Axle ratio	Standard
Seats
Total Seating Capacity, 5	Standard
Upholstery, Premium cloth	Standard
Front seat type, Bucket	Standard
Folding, Fold flat passenger	Standard
Passenger Seat
Head Restraint Whiplash Protection, Whiplash protection system	Standard
Rear Seats
Folding, Fold forward seatback	Standard
Center armrest, Yes	Standard
Type, Bench	Standard
Locks
Power door locks, Remote power door locks	Standard
2-Stage unlocking, 2-stage unlocking	Standard
Windows
Power windows	Standard
One-touch windows	Standard
Front wipers - intermittent	Standard
Privacy glass	Standard
Rear defogger	Standard
Rear wiper	Standard
Mirrors
Driver mirror adjustment, Power remote	Standard
Heated driver mirror, Heated	Standard
Passenger mirror adjustment, Power remote	Standard
Heated passenger mirror, Heated	Standard
Vanity mirrors, Dual illuminated vanity mirrors	Standard
Convenience Features
Cruise control, Cruise control	Standard
Power steering, Power steering	Standard
Steering wheel, Tilt-adjustable	Standard
Audio controls on steering wheel, Audio controls	Standard
Cruise controls on steering wheel, Cruise controls	Standard
Cupholders, Front and rear	Standard
Remote trunk release, Mechanical	Standard
Door pockets, Driver, passenger and rear	Standard
Seatback storage, 2	Standard
12V DC power outlet, 3	Standard
Retained accessory power, Retained accessory power	Standard
Overhead console, Mini with storage	Standard
Center Console, Full with covered storage	Standard
Under Seat Storage, Under seat storage	Standard
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim, Leather/metal-look	Standard
Shift knob trim, Plastic/rubber	Standard
Door trim, Simulated carbon fibre/metal-look	Standard
Floor mats, Carpet front and rear	Standard
Cargo area light, Cargo area light	Standard
Instrumentation
Tachometer	Standard
Trip computer	Standard
Clock	Standard
External temp	Standard
Low fuel level	Standard
Compass	Standard
Transmission Temperature Guage	Standard
Exterior Features
Grill	Standard
Audio System
Satellite Radio, XM	Standard
Speed Sensitive Volume Control, Yes	Standard
Antenna Type, Fixed	Standard
In-Dash CD, Single	Standard
Radio, AM/FM/Satellite	Standard
Telematics
Satellite communications, OnStar	Standard
wireless connectivity, Bluetooth	Standard
internet access, Selective service	Standard
Doors
left rear passenger door type, Conventional	Standard
right rear passenger door type, Conventional	Standard
Rear door type, Liftgate	Standard
Truck Features
Door reinforcement	Standard
Bumpers	Standard
Towing and Hauling
Cargo tie downs	Standard
Airbags
Head airbags, Curtain 1st and 2nd row	Standard
Passenger Airbag, Yes	Standard
Stability and Traction
Traction control	Standard
Child Safety
Child safety locks, Yes	Standard
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt, 3-point belt	Standard
Seatbelt pretensioners, Front	Standard
Transmission
Manual / automatic, Automatic	Standard
Automatic type, Automatic	Standard
Engine
Max RPM, 6,500	Standard
Valve Gear, DOHC	Standard
Total Valves, 24	Standard
Engine Configuration, V	Standard
Displacement, 217	Standard
Vehicle Emissions, LEV II	Standard
Variable Valve Timing, Variable valve timing	Standard
Compression Ratio, 10.20 : 1	Standard
Air Conditioning
Air filtration, Interior air filtration	Standard
Security
Anti-theft alarm system, Yes	Standard
engine immobilizer, Engine immobilizer	Standard
Headrests
Adjustable Front Headrests, Manual adjustable	Standard
Driver Seat
Manual Adjustments, 8	Standard
Power Adjustments, 8	Standard
Height Adjustable, Power	Standard
Brakes
Braking assist, Braking assist inches	Standard
Front brakes, Ventilated disc inches	Standard
ABS Brakes
ABS, 4-wheel	Standard
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2009 Saturn Vue XR