Saturn was a member of the General Motors family of cars until 2009, when the conglomerate’s bankruptcy and reorganization lead to the brand being permanently shuttered. With much of its new inventory being liquidated, prices on used Saturn automobiles have tapered off considerably. The near parity of used and new pricing for certain Saturn models has allowed adventurous buyers of used cars to swoop in and claim amazing deals on lightly used Saturn vehicles. Saturn’s lineup was oriented towards family and first-time car buyers, which means that it is heavily loaded with sedans, compacts and crossovers. Several hybrid options were also made available toward the end of the brand’s lifecycle. A younger demographic was courted with the used Saturn Ion and used Saturn VUE compact coupe and SUV, each of which boasted sporty styling and inexpensive pricing. The more modern used Saturn Astra hatchback was introduced in 2008 to replace the Ion, and its European-derived platform afforded Saturn with a previously unknown level of driving refinement. The used Saturn Outlook full-size crossover offered seating for as many as eight passengers along with a reasonable tow rating, while the exotic Sky roadster injected serious performance into the Saturn stable.Popular Used Saturn Cars Saturn’s broad lineup provides previously-owned options for a wide number of buyers; below, we’ll take a quick look at three of the most popular used Saturn vehicles.
• Used Saturn Astra – The most modern design available in the used Saturn portfolio, the Astra gives a clear indication as to where the brand may have been heading had it been able to avoid oblivion. Attractive looks, good fuel mileage and a fun to drive package highlight the Astra’s compact hatchback features. • Used Saturn Sky – The Sky, and more specifically its turbocharged Redline edition, is the most exciting Saturn every built. As a secondhand roadster, there are few competitors which can beat its mix of affordability, style and performance. • Used Saturn Outlook – Bigger and bolder than any Saturn to have come before it, this used SUV was available with a powerful, 275 horsepower V-6 which propelled it to the forefront of the crossover market. Its car-like driving experience is an unexpected bonus, given its huge interior dimensions and commanding road presence.
The Bottom Line On Used Saturn Cars Saturn may be finished as an automaker, but there are many used Saturn cars and crossovers for sale on GM lots. For shoppers who aren’t intimidated by the closing of brand’s dealer support network there are some very appealing low prices to be had on the full range of secondhand Saturn vehicles.
