The Saturn VUE Hybrid boasts the best fuel economy of any SUV currently on sale - 25 miles per gallon in city and 32 miles per gallon on the highway (calculated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency). The Vue's hybrid system combines sophisticated electronic controls with a cutting edge electric motor/generator mated to a 2.4L, 172-horsepower, four-cylinder engine and a modified automatic transmission. An extremely safe vehicle, the Vue was awarded an overall crash test rating of 5 stars (maximum rating) by the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). A powertrain warranty of 5 years or 100,000 miles is offered to allay any consumer fears regarding expensive hybrid drive repairs (this is in addition to the standard new car warranty o 3yrs/36,000 miles). It is one of the best of the new breed of hybrid SUVs. You are able to buy a brand new hybrid vehicle for less than $30k with standard equipment including cruise control, climate control, keyless entry, automatic headlights, traction control, stability control, and radio/CD/mp3 player. Go green without sacrificing comfort, performance or handling!
| Engine | Fuel Economy City/Highway | Standard Transmission | Seating | Fuel Capacity | Comfort | Appearance | Reliability | Performace | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 172HP | 25/32 | 4 speed automatic | 5 | 18 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |