Saturn S-Series first generation
The Saturn S-Series first generation (1991–1995): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 21 versions in the United States and Canada.
Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,399–4,478 mm |
| Width | – | 1,717 mm |
| Height | – | 1,285–1,364 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,520–2,600 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,040–1,134 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 311–821 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,180–2,549 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,196 complaints for model years 1991–1995. 214 crashes · 27 fires · 175 injuries · 4 deaths
- Seats 216
- Engine 147
- Brakes 104
- Seat belts 93
- Speed control 85
- Transmission and drivetrain 81
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 21 versions of the Saturn S-Series first generation
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United States 17 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1998(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP · (FFS) (MPFI) DOHC, CLKUP · DOHC (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP and 1 more trim | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP · (FFS) (MPFI) SOHC, CLKUP · SOHC (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS) (MPFI), SIL · (FFS) (MPFI) DOHC, SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1995(FFS) (MPFI), SIL · (FFS) (MPFI) SOHC, SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 1993–1994(TBI) (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · (FFS), CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1994(FFS), CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1994(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 1993(MFI) (FFS), CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1993(TBI) (FFS), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 1993(MFI) (FFS), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 1993(TBI) (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1991–1992(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1991–1992(FFS) (MPFI), 2MODE CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1991(FFS) | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1991(FFS) (MPFI) | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995Subcompact · Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.9–9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 205–221 g/km |
| 1995Subcompact · Compact | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 198 g/km |
| 1995Subcompact · Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 221 g/km |
| 1995Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 191 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.