Saturn Ion

20032007 · 20 configurations

Lowest
23
Average
24
Best
26

The Saturn Ion has been tested by the EPA across 20 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2007. Over this period, the Ion has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 23 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 24 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2007
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$2,900212924MPG
2007
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$2,750223125MPG
2007
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
2007
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
2007
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,000202823MPG
2006
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,000202723MPG
2006
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
2006
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
2006
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$2,900212924MPG
2006
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$2,750223125MPG
2005
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,000202723MPG
2005
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
2005
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
2004
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,000202623MPG
2004
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$2,500222924MPG
2004
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,500203024MPG
2004
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
2003
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular
$2,500212924MPG
2003
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
2003
2.2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400223025MPG

Historical Efficiency

2007
26
2006
26
2005
26
2004
26
2003
25

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Ion) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Saturn Ion. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Saturn Saturn Ion grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
690
Total Deaths
534

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.8%
Fire Occurrence
3.0%
Speeding Involved
20.7%
DUI Involved
19.1%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

66%
Front
24%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes47
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.81
2022
Fatal Crashes57
Fatalities
48
Deaths/Crash
0.84
2021
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2020
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
45
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2019
Fatal Crashes58
Fatalities
45
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2018
Fatal Crashes59
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2017
Fatal Crashes88
Fatalities
64
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2016
Fatal Crashes103
Fatalities
81
Deaths/Crash
0.79
2015
Fatal Crashes80
Fatalities
59
Deaths/Crash
0.74
2014
Fatal Crashes95
Fatalities
73
Deaths/Crash
0.77

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2007
1
2006
1
2004
3
2003
7
Critical
Moderate
Advisory