Trim Report

Saturn Vue XE2008

Includes:VUE|XE
$1,700
Starting From
30
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 30 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,700
Max $15,985
From $1,700
Fresh

XE Market Overview

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 XE Pricing

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Where to Find Saturn Vue XE

Location data for all 2008 Saturn Vue trims combined

25States

16% of the market sits in Michigan, though listings span 25 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Saturn Vue Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Saturn Vue trims

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.

View at NHTSA
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.

View at NHTSA

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
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Saturn Vue Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Saturn Vue trims

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)

2008 Saturn Vue XE FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XE compare to other Saturn Vue trims?

The XE occupies a distinct position in the Saturn Vue range. See how it stacks up on the 2008 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Saturn Vue XE?

Maintenance costs for the XE align with the broader Saturn Vue ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2008 model year has 3 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is power train. Check the 2008 Saturn Vue page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Saturn Vue XE?

For the XE, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Saturn Vue buyer's guide.

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