What is the Saturn Ion?
The Ion was Saturn’s compact car, built for everyday driving. Sold from 2003 to 2007, it came as a four-door sedan or a two-door quad coupe. The coupe’s small rear-hinged doors made it easier to get into the back seat.
The Ion was Saturn’s first model on GM’s Delta platform. Its instrument panel sat in the centre of the dashboard, and its polymer exterior panels carried on a feature associated with Saturn’s early identity.
Generations, engines and power
The first-generation Ion ran from 2003 to 2007. Its petrol engines ranged from 2.0 L to 2.4 L. The range included the Red Line, a sportier version.
How economical is the Saturn Ion?
In the United States, the best combined EPA rating is 26 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption is 9 L/100 km. Canada’s lowest listed figure is also 9 L/100 km, measured on the NRCan 5-cycle test. The EPA and Canadian 5-cycle procedures differ, so results are best read within each market.
Where was the Saturn Ion sold?
The Ion was sold in the United States and Canada. Saturn began as a distinct GM brand with a focus on small cars. By the Ion era, its vehicles were also using GM platforms shared across the company.
Questions and answers
What years was the Saturn Ion sold?
The first-generation Ion was sold from 2003 to 2007.
What body styles did the Ion have?
It was offered as a four-door sedan and a two-door quad coupe.
What engines and fuel did the Ion use?
Its petrol engines ranged from 2.0 L to 2.4 L.
What is the Ion’s best combined EPA rating?
The best combined EPA figure is 26 MPG; the lowest listed EPA consumption is 9 L/100 km.