Saturn S-Series second generation
The Saturn S-Series second generation (1996–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 18 versions in the United States and Canada.
Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,491–4,493 mm |
| Width | – | 1,694–1,709 mm |
| Height | – | 1,384 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,600 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 311–821 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,180–2,605 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)
1,050 complaints for model years 1996–1999. 153 crashes · 20 fires · 145 injuries · 4 deaths
- Engine 170
- Transmission and drivetrain 73
- Electrical system 68
- Airbags 65
- Brakes 56
- Seats 30
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 18 versions of the Saturn S-Series second generation
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United States 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2002DOHC, CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1999–2002SOHC, SIL · SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA | 190 g/km |
| 1998–2002DOHC, SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 205–212 g/km |
| 1998–2000SOHC, CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 205–212 g/km |
| 1998–1999SOHC, SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 197–205 g/km |
| 1997–1998SOHC (FFS) (MPFI), SIL · SOHC, SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 1997–1998SOHC (FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP · SOHC, CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1997SOHC (FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 1997DOHC (FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 205 g/km |
| 1996(FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 190–197 g/km |
Canada 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997–1999Subcompact · Compact | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 198 g/km |
| 1996–1999Subcompact · Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.1–9.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 209–223 g/km |
| 1997–1999Subcompact · Compact | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.1–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 186–193 g/km |
| 1996–1999Subcompact · Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.4–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 193–219 g/km |
| 1997–1999Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.0–9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 207–212 g/km |
| 1997–1999Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.3–8.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 191–196 g/km |
| 1996Subcompact | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 200 g/km |
| 1996Compact · Station wagon: Small | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 200 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.