2006 Saturn ION

$2,999
from
9
listings
$3K–$9K
price range
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Low$2,999
High$9,431
From$2,999
Avg Mileage136,111 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 9 active dealer listings as of

2006 Saturn ION Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,999
$3K–$9K
9 listings136,111 avg miles
Level 2
From$995
37 listings|$995–$7K
Level 3
From$3,495
8 listings|$3K–$9K

2006 Saturn ION Pricing

Price Trend

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$2K$3K$4K$4K$5KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,995
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Saturn ION Safety & Reliability

High Concern

With 0 recalls and 1,235 complaints, the 2006 Saturn ION rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
1,235
Complaints
44
Crashes
7
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Saturn ION's biggest weak point? STEERING. It leads 1,235 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Steering455
02Electrical System247
03Fuel System, Gasoline106
04Fuel/propulsion System93
05Steering,electrical System37
1,235 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Saturn ION Fuel Economy

23–26mpg combined
·
20-23city
·
27-32hwy
·
$1,700-$2,500/yr

Fuel economy for the 2006 Saturn ION ranges from 23 to 26 MPG combined across 5 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Ion - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city32 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Ion - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Ion - Automatic 4-spd
24mpg
2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Ion - Automatic 4-spd
24mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Ion - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Supercharged · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2006 Saturn ION

16States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Delaware (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 15 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

Buying a 2006 Saturn ION?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2006 Saturn ION a good car to buy?

The 2006 Saturn ION has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report steering as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Saturn ION?

You'll get between 23 and 26 MPG combined from the 2006 Saturn ION, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2006 Saturn ION?

Out of 1,235 owner complaints, steering issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2006 compare to other Saturn ION years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Saturn ION model years. Visit the Saturn ION buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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