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Saturn SC

1991–2002 · 44 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
26
Best
29
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The Saturn SC has been tested by the EPA across 44 different configurations spanning model years 1991 through 2002. Over this period, the SC has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 24 MPG to 29 MPG, with an overall average of 26 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
2002
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300233226MPG
2002
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300223226MPG
2002
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200233427MPG
2002
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050253629MPG
2001
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300233226MPG
2001
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300223226MPG
2001
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050253629MPG
2001
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200233427MPG
2000
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200233327MPG
2000
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300223226MPG
2000
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050253629MPG
2000
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200233427MPG
1999
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200233327MPG
1999
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300223226MPG
1999
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200233427MPG
1999
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050253629MPG
1998
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400213125MPG
1998
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200233427MPG
1998
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,300233326MPG
1998
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150243628MPG
1997
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400213125MPG
1997
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200233327MPG
1997
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,200233327MPG
1997
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150243628MPG
1996
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200233327MPG
1996
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400213125MPG
1996
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,300223226MPG
1996
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,050253629MPG
1995
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,400213125MPG
1995
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,200233327MPG
1995
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150243628MPG
1995
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,300223226MPG
1994
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300233226MPG
1994
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,500212924MPG
1994
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150243428MPG
1994
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400223125MPG
1993
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300233326MPG
1993
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,500213024MPG
1993
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400213225MPG
1993
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,150243328MPG
1992
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,500212924MPG
1992
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400213025MPG
1991
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,500212924MPG
1991
1.9L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400213125MPG

Historical Efficiency

2002
29
2001
29
2000
29
1999
29
1998
28
1997
28
1996
29
1995
28
1994
28
1993
28
1992
25
1991
25

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (SC) 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 SC. 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 SC grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
180
Total Deaths
151

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
20.0%
Fire Occurrence
3.3%
Speeding Involved
15.0%
DUI Involved
21.1%
Primary Impact Zone

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

69%
Front
23%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2022
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2021
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.91
2020
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.89
2019
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2018
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2016
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2015
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
1.06
2014
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.91
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2000
6
1999
1
1997
3
1995
1
1994
1
1992
1
1991
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory