2006 Saturn ION Quad Coupe

At a Glance

Pricing $12,925 - $19,425
Drive Types FWD
Engines 2.0l I4, 2.2l I4, 2.4l I4
Transmissions A4, M5
Fuel Economy 23-26 (city), 29-35 (highway)

Saturn has an innovative coupe in the ION, with its rear-opening mini doors and dent- resistant plastic body panels. Although the ION is sleek and attractive on the outside, the interior center dash-mounted gauges are difficult to use when driving. If the standard 140-bhp 2.2L I-4 doesn't have enough muscle, it can be replaced with the optional 170-bhp 2.4L in the ION-3. A supercharged 2.0L I-4 engine with 205-bhp provides extra thrust to the performance-oriented ION Redline, which is only available with a 5-speed manual. Buyers looking for sporty styling and reasonable value may find the ION a good deal, although the odd interior ergonomics may be a deal breaker.

What Changed:

Optional performance package adds a 2.4L Ecotec engine.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
ION Quad Coupe ION 2, ION 3 2.2l I4 (140-bhp) M5 FWD $12,925
ION Quad Coupe ION 2, ION 3 2.2l I4 (140-bhp) A4 FWD $13,825
ION Quad Coupe ION 3 2.4l I4 (170-bhp) M5 FWD $16,620
ION Quad Coupe ION 3 2.4l I4 (170-bhp) A4 FWD $17,520
ION Quad Coupe Red Line 2.0l I4 (205-bhp) M5 FWD $19,425