> VUE: 2002 - Current
> Knowledge Guide
> Basic Differences Between Models
Author: PurdueGuy
There are 3
Models of Saturn VUE:
VUE =
Standard VUE
VUE Red Line
=
V6, body kit, suspension upgrade
VUE Green
Line =
Mild Hybrid
Powertrain: Engines
4 cyl:
- 2.2L I4 Ecotec
(143 hp) - found in all standard model 4 cyl VUEs
- 2.4L I4 Ecotec
(approx 170 hp) - found in Vue Green Line
6 cyl:
- 3.0L V6 GM
engine (181 hp) - found in 2003 6 cyl VUE models
- 3.5L V6 Honda
engine (250 hp) - found in 2004 & up 6 cyl VUE models,
including the Red Line model.
Powertrain:
Drivetrain
FWD
AWD
Powertrain:
Transmissions
Manual
Automatic
CVT
(Continuously Variable Transmission) (2003-2005)
There are 3
"Generations" of VUE:
(Generations
denote major changes, for the Saturn VUE, this
indicates major body styling and interior changes)
1st Gen: 2002-2005
2nd Gen: 2006-2007
3rd Gen: 2008-?