1997 Saturn SL Review

1997 Saturn SL is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 176.90 in length and 53.80 in height. Made in United States, 1997 Saturn SL has 3 trims priced by the manufacturer at 12,495 with just total of 3 recalls in the past 1997 Saturn SL. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 12.20 gallon. The engine is 1.9L L4 DOHC 16V and uses 29 of gasoline in the city and 29 on highways.

Make: Saturn
Model: SL
Trims Available: 3
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 1.9L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $12,495 USD
MPG: 24 - 25 City / 34 - 35 HWY
Tires: 185/65R15
Tank Size: 12 gallon

Saturn SL 1997 Trims

1997 Saturn SL Base

Engine: 1.9L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 29 City / 40 HWY

1997 Saturn SL SL1

Engine: 1.9L L4 SOHC 8V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 27 - 29 City / 36 - 40 HWY

1997 Saturn SL SL2

Engine: 1.9L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 24 - 25 City / 34 - 35 HWY

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

overall
Not Rated
front
Not Rated
rollover
Not Rated
side
Not Rated
* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

overall
front
rollover
side
* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 09E012000 started on /Date(1239076800000-0400)/.

Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Recall 97V155000 started on /Date(874036800000-0400)/.

Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH SUSPECT COLD WELDS ON THE RIGHT SIDE IN THE TUNNEL AREA OF THE FLOOR PAN. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE."

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPAIR THESE VEHICLES.

Recall 97V138000 started on /Date(872827200000-0400)/.

Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL STEERING. THE PINION BEARING CAGE IN THE STEERING GEAR CAN SEPARATE UNDER HIGH STEERING SYSTEM LOAD CONDITIONS, SUCH AS PARKING LOT OR SIMILAR LOW SPEED MANEUVERS.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PINION GEAR DISENGAGING FROM THE RACK CAUSING A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MANUAL STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY.

FAQ

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With various efficient powertrains, one of the benefits of the 1997 Saturn SL is its excellent fuel economy. 1997 Saturn SL has a 1.9L L4 SOHC 8V engine and It gets 29/40 mpg city/highway.

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1997 Saturn SL can go 353.8 miles in the city and 488 on the highways.

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Saturn All models of 1997

Saturn SC

$10,595 - $12,495
29 City / 40 HWY
3 Trims
5
1
1.9L L4 SOHC 8V

Saturn SL

$10,595 - $12,495
29 City / 40 HWY
3 Trims
5
1
1.9L L4 SOHC 8V

Saturn SW

$10,595 - $12,495
29 City / 40 HWY
3 Trims
5
1
1.9L L4 SOHC 8V

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