2000-05 Saturn L-Series

Though not class leaders, L-Series models satisfy in most performance areas. Although cabins are roomy, they're furnished modestly. New-car prices undercut those of comparable Accord and Camry [...]

What Vue lacks in handling prowess and overall refinement, it makes up for in versatility, ride quality, and accommodations--plus outstanding performance from the latest V6 engine. Added [...]

Despite disappointing interior decor, Ion matches most like-priced competitors for comfort and performance, though Saturn trails in mechanical refinement. The Quad Coupe has more storage [...]

The lack of curtain side airbags is a big minus for safety-conscious buyers, and the rear seating rows and cargo area aren't as convenient or as roomy as those in minivans from Chrysler, Honda, [...]

This impressive midsize sedan is a Recommended pick. Aura shines for its sporty road manners, comfortably controlled ride, and mechanical polish. It's also roomy and comfortable, feels solid, and [...]

Impressive overall, Saturn's Outlook is a Best Buy based on its spacious cargo and passenger accommodations (close to large-SUV class); refined, responsive drivetrain; and car-like driving [...]

Like its Solstice sibling, Sky offers affordable sports-car fun, but feels almost unfinished. The base model rivals Mazda's MX-5 for performance, handling, and style, but not for practicality and [...]

Astra's array of standard features and safety equipment, affordable base new-car price, and fresh exterior styling, made it a must-see for compact car shoppers. More stylish and refined than a [...]

Saturn loyalists may decry the loss of plastic body panels, but the redesigned Vue is a better vehicle by every other measure. V6 models offer ample power, while apparent attention to detail [...]