Reviews: The 2006 Saturn Vue
By Alex Thomas
The Saturn Vue for 2006
Made in UNITED STATES for Saturn, the Vue for 2006 is a contender in the 5-seat SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $17,390 USD with a invoice price of $15,999 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 2.2L L4 DOHC 16V engine in the 2006 Vue is rated at 23 miles/gallon city and 29 miles/gallon highway out of a 16.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Vue retails for $17,390 USD with a invoice price of $15,999 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $600 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Vue comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Vue Dimensions
In 2006 the Vue has an overall length of 181.30 inches and a width of 71.50 inches. It sits a total of 66.50 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.00 inches. Front headroom is 40.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Vue a turning radius of 39.40 inches. It uses 215/70R16 tires with a wheelbase of 106.60 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists ABS Brakes, Traction Control, Side Head Curtain Airbag, Leather Steering Wheel, CD Changer.
Exterior color choices include Black Onyx, Chili Pepper Red, Cypress Green, Fusion Orange, Laser Blue, Pacific Blue, Polar White, Silver Nickel, Storm Grey with interior choices of Grey Cloth Interior, Grey Leather Interior, Tan Cloth Interior, Tan Leather Interior. The Vue seats 5 people with 41.20 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The normal warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 36 month/36,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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