1998 Saturn SL2
| Comfort: | 4.0 out of 5 | |
| Performance: | 4.1 out of 5 | |
| Exterior Styling: | 4.0 out of 5 | |
| Interior Design: | 3.7 out of 5 | |
| Value for the Money: | 4.5 out of 5 | |
| Reliability: | 4.5 out of 5 | |
18 out of 19 people would recommended this car to a friend | ||
Consumer Reviews
"I bought this car new and owned it for 11 years and over 100K miles. I can't recall when I've had a problem. The car is a little rough in snow because it sits pretty low to the ground and can get stuck easily. The trunk and inside are spacious."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: N/A
"I purchased this car in 2002 it was salvage title with 32,000 on it. Little bit noisy and too light on highway but it is a small car. I like this car because it is very reliable I have 97,000 on it, still running grate. Changed water pump, A/C compressor hose and front wheel bearing, that all it took. Great gas saving good for commute inside city, perfect for students cheep and reliable."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
"I purchased my 1998 Saturn SL2 a few days back and the car has been great. Hundreds of features on it including power locks, a sun roof, cruise control, abs, leather seats, and a spoiler. The look is a bit outdated for the current date but the reliability it has executed thus far makes up for it. Not to mention the safety this car offers with 2 air bags on both front seats and a abs system! Great for a college student, I would reccomend this vehicle, my only gripe is its not as sporty as some of the other cars for the money. One of the few American cars I would purchase."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
"I chose this car over its competitors because it had more features for the price and had a good reliability rating. I've put more than 140,000 miles on it with no major repairs, just regular maintainance and servicing of items that wear out over time, i.e. battery, starter, fan motor, etc... Working on it is easy, relatively inexpensive, and parts are readily available. I still get around 35 mpg without even trying. I have two main complaints, 1.) It's way underpowered, and 2.) Saturn used cheap interior materials (headliner fell down long ago, sunvisor material is falling apart, etc...). I give it a marginal 4 out of 5 due mostly to the bulletproof reliability it has exhibited, and to the ease of maintaining and performing my own repairs."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: N/A
"I had a 94 sl2 and it was involved in a rear-end collision. I got this 98 sl2 and its the best yet. It has almost all the options (ABS, pwr lcks and wndws, cruise, traction cntrl, remote entry, engine block heater, etc.) its much more smoother and reliable than my 1st saturn. This one doesn't burn hardy any oil, getrs great MPG (about 250mi on a full tank depending on how i drive and if i use air) its a very nice car for the money. I've had to do nothing to repair it besides maintainance. I would recommend it to everyone!"
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: N/A
"I purchased a rebuilt (wrecked) 1998 Saturn in 1999, it has been great, with only a few minor problems: shifter linkage; drooping headliner, slight shimmy(every car Ive owned has had this) and odometer light. The SL2 engine performance is exceptional. I went to this site to check the rated horsepower (124 hp) as I wanted at least this hp in my next purchase. I couldnt believe it was so low ! I definately recommend the standard trans for anyone that wants a little power in a 4 cylinder engine."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: N/A
"Ran great for 3 years until I got to almost 100M and then the transmission cracked. Fixed that and 6M later a piston rod snapped. And now another 20M the factory rebuilt transmission has worn down to the point where reverse doesn't work and there is slippage going into second and third gears. Automatic transmission."
I would recommend this car to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: N/A
"not a bad car just paid to much for it. ..................................................................... ........................................................................ .........................................................................."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: N/A
"bought this car used and it was well taken car of, very bumpy ride in the city hwy crusing a little noisey but compliant, gas milege city and hwy was excellent, and it performs like a champ on every occasion."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: N/A
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