Notable Cars & Trucks of 2003: The 2003 Saturn ION
The 2003 Saturn ION
Made in UNITED STATES for Saturn, the ION for 2003 is a leader in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR segment. It retailed for $11,430 USD with a dealer cost of $10,674 USD.
ION Dimensions
The 2003 ION has standard length of 184.50 inches and a width of 67.20 inches. The ION rides 57.40 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 40.00 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the ION a radius of 35.40 inches. It uses 185/70R14 tires with a wheelbase of 103.20 inches.
Drivetrain
The ION comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 2653 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
This year's normal 2.2L L4 DOHC 16V engine weighs in at 24 - 26 miles/gallon city driving using a 13.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The ION retails for $11,430 USD with a invoice price of $10,674 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Trunk Anti-Trap Device. ION optional equipment may include ABS Brakes, Traction Control, Side Head Curtain Airbag, Cassette Player, CD Player.
Exterior color choices include Black, Cranberry, Silver, White with interior choices of Gray Cloth Interior. The ION seats 5 people with 42.20 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also comes with a 36 month/36,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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