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2005 Saturn Ion consumer reviews

$11,430–$12,410 MSRP range
side view of 2005 Ion Saturn
(41 reviews)
70% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.7
  • Interior 3.5
  • Performance 3.6
  • Value 3.9
  • Exterior 3.8
  • Reliability 3.6
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2005 saturn redline supercharged ,,great fun

i bought my saturn ion redline about 8 years ago private party with 84.090 orig miles for 2.500 and in real good shape,,i dont go far so im just hitting 100,000 miles on it this week,,,all ive done is regular maintenance and one tune up..its always ran great,,,fast ,,and fun to drive everything works great,,i love it and plan to keep it and hand it down to my grandson when i kick the bucket,,,,

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable and comfortable.

I had a brand new 2005 Saturn ION level 2 for many years! The Saturn dealer in Schaumburg, IL did try to add a bunch of extra and hidden fees and b.s. last minute which all dealers do these days which really pisses me off. Had a peppy 4 cylinder engine, handled great in all weather conditions and was a comfortable little car. Was very reliable and loved the fact that the body didn’t rust or dent. I also loved the fact that the speedometer/RPM gauges were in the middle of the dash. It seems you have to be a much shorter person to see the dash/gauges in all other cars. Really miss this car. Had to sell it due to unforeseen circumstances. Was a great car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome

I bought my 2005 Saturn Ion back in 2006 and still have it to this day! 17 years still running with 266,000 miles. The heater and AC still works along with all the features.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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BEST CAR I EVER OWNED

I purchased this vehicle in 2007 with 22,000 miles on it. I had this car until 422,000 miles and the only reason I didn't still drive it, was the clutch went out. It still purred and didn't leak any oil. I should have spent the 600 to get a new clutch put in because I don't doubt it would have still be running, today! Great car. Only thing I ever did with it was change the clutch at 270,000 miles, oil changes, tires and timing belt and brakes. That is it. PERFECT car!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Still running after 182000 miles

Dependable no frills. This car has 182000. It has had a few problems but nothing major. It has lasted longer than I thought it would

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Longest owned car I’ve had

I love this car. Never had any major problems, The maintenance I have had to do was super easy and I could do it myself. If given the opportunity I would buy another one.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Bada** supercharger Saturn Ion red line 2005

When they say supercharged they do mean it. I love this vehicle from the motor to the style inside and out. It's fairly comfortable and just what I have always wanted. Whoop whoop!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Saturns most reliable car

Fast and fun to drive. Vehicle has clean and sleek design. I've owned 3 of these vehicles and I have not had much issues with them.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A pleasant surprise from Saturn

05 Saturn Ion Redline SUPERCHARGED. Enough said? Car is great and fun to drive. Love hearing the supercharger scream and the roar of the exhaust. Not the fastest car ever, but Saturn had something going before the end. The car does have it's weird quirks, but hey it's rare and everyday it's getting rarer.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable Car! Never any issues! Great value!

Bought this car for my teenage daughter as her first car. It's been perfect! Super Reliable! Never any issues! Great gas mileage! Built to last!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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