We're Tracking 36 Saturn Generations
A generation is a collection of years for a specific model where there isn't much change in the design, parts used, or the manufacturing process. Model years within a generation often share the same problems making them incredibly helpful for predicting problems and overall cost of ownership.
We've run the numbers and think the 1st generation Vue (2002—2007) should be avoided. It ranks dead last in our generation reliability rankings.
SC1 Generations
The SC1 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 1st generation (1994—1997) has been the least reliable.
SC2 Generations
The SC2 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2001—2002) has been the least reliable.
SL Generations
The SL has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (1997—2000) has been the least reliable.
SL1 Generations
The SL1 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2001—2002) has been the least reliable.
SL2 Generations
The SL2 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (1997—2000) has been the least reliable.
Vue Generations
The Vue has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 1st generation (2002—2007) has been the least reliable.
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