What is the Saturn S-Series?
The S-Series was Saturn’s compact-car family, sold in the United States and Canada as a sedan, coupe and station wagon. That choice of body styles gave the range room for everyday passenger use as well as extra cargo space.
Saturn was General Motors’ effort to create a distinct identity for practical small cars. The S-Series reflected that approach with polymer body panels over a steel structure, a feature that set these cars apart. Its compact size and choice of layouts suited a range of daily driving needs.
Generations and engines
The S-Series generations were the first (1995), second (1996–1999) and third (2000–2002). The family retained its compact-car role through these successive generations, with design updates along the way.
The S-Series used a 1.9 L petrol engine.
How economical is the Saturn S-Series?
In the United States, EPA figures cover model years 1991–2002. The best combined rating is 29 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption is 8.1 L/100 km. Canadian NRCan figures cover 1995–2002, with lowest listed consumption of 8 L/100 km on the 5-cycle test.
The EPA and Canadian 5-cycle procedures differ, so these consumption figures are best read within their respective test systems.
Where was the S-Series sold?
The S-Series was sold in the United States and Canada. U.S. EPA figures cover model years 1991–2002; Canadian NRCan figures cover 1995–2002.
Questions and answers
What body styles did the S-Series come in?
It was offered as a sedan, coupe and station wagon.
What engine did the S-Series use?
It used a 1.9 L petrol engine.
What is the best combined EPA rating?
The best combined U.S. EPA rating is 29 MPG.
What are the Canadian consumption figures based on?
The Canadian figures use NRCan’s 5-cycle test.