2001 Saturn SL for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.4 to 8.9 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.4 to 8.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2001 Saturn SL for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2001 Saturn SL specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.9L 4-cylinder | 1.9L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.7 L/100 km | 7.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 197.5 g/km | 208.5 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.02 | $13.80 |
2001 Saturn SL: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.9 L | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 23 |
| MPG highway (US) | 35 | 33 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 27 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 32 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,400 | US$2,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,604 | $2,760 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2001 Saturn SL
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 111 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (31), power train (20) and engine and engine cooling (18). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00V309000 | 2000-10-12 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH AN INADEQUATE VENT VALVE WELD ON THE TOP PORTION OF THE FUEL TANK. |
| 00V310000 | 2000-10-12 | power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE PARK LOCK CABLE ASSEMBLY. IF IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED, IT IS POSSIBLE TO SHIFT FROM THE... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2001 Saturn SL?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2001 Saturn SL for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. Here is the 2001 Saturn SL for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The figures, translated
The 1.9L 4-cylinder does the work, through a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
It is rated 8.4 L/100 km combined: about 25 litres every 300 km. Driving 300 km costs roughly $39.06 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,400 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who rents the SL
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Living with the SL
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Luggage space is rated at 340 litres: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
Rent the SL for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Try the SL on your commute, then decide. Rent first, buy later: a week with the SL answers the big questions.
Year and trim
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Money matters
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,400 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Still deciding?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2001 Saturn SL from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2001 Saturn SL for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2001 Saturn SL
Does CarmaCars sell the 2001 Saturn SL?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2001 Saturn SL before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2001 Saturn SL have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2001 Saturn SL cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,400 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2604.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.