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2004 Saturn VUE
Invoice: $15,887 - $22,560
Miles Per Gallon
City: 19 MPG - 24 MPG
Highway: 25 MPG - 29 MPG
Body Style: N/A
Engines: 2.2L I-4 143 HP, 3.5L V-6 250 HP
The Saturn Vue has been greatly improved for the 2004 model year. More power, more refinement, and a dozen other improvements make this a far more compelling product. And there's a new performanceoriented Red Line model. Headlining the changes is a new 3.5liter V6 built by Honda. It's very smooth, an enormous improvement over the roughsounding V6 used in last year's model. Saturn claims this year's 250horsepower V6 is the most powerful engine in the compact SUV segment. The V6 comes with a very smooth fivespeed automatic that adds up to a responsive new drivetrain. Base models with the 2.2liter fourcylinder engine are quite slow, however. The Vue's electronic power steering has been recalibrated for 2004 to improve oncenter feel and responsiveness. Gone are the annoying torque steer, vague oncenter feel, and darty handling that plagued the 2003 model. The 2004 Vue's interior looks richer and better finished than last year, with improved materials, textures, and colors. As if to show off the improved steering, a nice new steering wheel replaces last year's cheapfeeling wheel. New gauges and a cargo organizer have been added, while new dualstage airbags enhance passenger safety. While Saturn is best known for friendly sales and service, it's also known for engineering innovation. The Vue is fitted with Saturn's traditional polymer body panels, which resist dents and eliminate corrosion. The Vue is available with allwheel drive for lousy weather capability, and fourcylinder models are available with a continuously variable transmission. The Vue's long wheelbase makes for a roomy interior, including a reclining second row and a useful third row. These features, combined with a competitive price, unique looks, and friendly dealerships, make the 2004 Saturn Vue a much more appealing product.
Purchasing an older vehicle, such as the 2004 Saturn VUE, makes good financial sense. You're able to avoid the steep depreciation rates that occur with brand new vehicles. This essentially gives you the advantage of getting a 2004 Saturn VUE for less money than when it was new. If the 2004 Saturn VUE was properly maintained, you also have a good chance of steering clear of problems that would have developed when the car was new.
The amount you pay for an older car depends on various factors. One important element is where you buy the vehicle. You're likely to get a better deal if you buy it from a private party, as opposed to a dealer. On the other hand, a reputable dealer will normally have some kind of limited warranty, so you can drive away knowing that if the car breaks down right away, you'll be covered. Another factor that may affect price on a 2004 Saturn VUE is whether it's "certified" by the manufacturer. A certified vehicle will cost more because warranty service is provided that normally doesn't come with a used car.
Another dynamic that will play into the purchase price is the resale value. A used vehicle with a high resale value will obviously cost you more. It is expected that the 2004 Saturn VUE will have a good resale value. This assumes that the 2004 Saturn VUE is in good condition and has a reasonable number of miles.
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