2008 Saturn Vue

$1,799
from
33
listings
$2K–$16K
price range
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Low$1,799
High$15,985
From$1,799
Avg Mileage132,576 mi
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Sourced from 33 active dealer listings as of

2008 Saturn Vue Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,799
$2K–$16K
33 listings132,576 avg miles
XE
From$1,700
30 listings|$2K–$16K
XR
From$1,799
18 listings|$2K–$8K

2008 Saturn Vue Pricing

Price Trend

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$902.5$1K$2K$2K$2KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$950
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Saturn Vue Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 3 recalls and 406 complaints, the 2008 Saturn Vue rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
406
Complaints
16
Crashes
11
Fires
Recall Findings
09V2330002009-25-06
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

GM IS RECALLING 44,451 MY 2008 SATURN VUE VEHICLES WITH BODY COLOR OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES. THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES MAY STICK OR BIND. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, THE DOOR MAY NOT LATCH WHEN CLOSED.

DRIVING WITH AN UNLATCHED DOOR COULD RESULT IN AN UNBELTED OCCUPANT FALLING OUT OF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.

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08V4700002008-17-09
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

GM IS RECALLING 42,408 MY 2008-2009 SATURN VUE VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE NUT SECURING THE POWER STEERING LINE TO THE POWER STEERING PUMP MAY LOOSEN. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, THERE MAY BE A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK.

THE FLUID COULD CONTACT HOT EXHAUST COMPONENTS RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.

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08V2000002008-05-05
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

GM IS RECALLING 26 MY 2008 SATURN VUE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6T70 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE TRANSMISSION CASE SIDE BORE THAT HOLDS THE PARK PAWL PIVOT PIN MAY HAVE A CASTING POROSITY. THIS CONDITION, COUPLED WITH NORMAL OPERATING STRESSES, COULD LEAD TO FAILURE, ELIMINATING THE ABILITY TO SECURE THE TRANSMISSION IN 'PARK' POSITION.

IF THIS HAPPENS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON A NON-LEVEL SURFACE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSE INJURY TO PEOPLE IN ITS PATH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Saturn Vue's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 406 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train75
02Steering61
03Electrical System36
04Air Bags19
05Unknown Or Other17
406 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Saturn Vue Fuel Economy

17–28mpg combined
·
15-25city
·
22-32hwy
·
$1,550-$2,600/yr

Fuel economy for the 2008 Saturn Vue ranges from 17 to 28 MPG combined across 7 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Vue Hybrid - Automatic 4-spd
28mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Vue FWD - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Vue FWD - Automatic (S6)
19mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Vue FWD - Automatic 6-spd
19mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Vue AWD - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Vue AWD - Automatic 6-spd
18mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Vue AWD - Automatic 6-spd
17mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2008 Saturn Vue

25States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (16%), but the remaining listings are spread across 24 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

2008 Saturn Vue: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2008 Saturn Vue a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2008 Saturn Vue. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2008 Saturn Vue?

Yes, 3 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Saturn Vue?

Fuel economy ranges from 17 to 28 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $1213 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2008 Saturn Vue?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 406 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2008 compare to other Saturn Vue years?

Each Saturn Vue model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Saturn Vue overview page.

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