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2003 Saturn Vue

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

The 2003 Saturn Vue is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder
Transmission
Varies by configuration: 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.2L 4-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder
Combined Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
AWD, FWD
Transmission
5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder
Displacement2.2 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears5
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: AWD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
City17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.

  • 14V490000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 Saturn Vue vehicles manufactured September 11, 2001, to April 6, 2004. In the affected vehicles, it may be possible for the key to be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to see if the key can be pulled out when the ignition is off. If it can, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and keys, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014.…

    Reported August 8, 2014. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 9, 2026

Data verified: November 9, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2003 Saturn Vue have?

Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Saturn Vue?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2003 Saturn Vue front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2003 Saturn Vue?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.