Car financing: 1997 Saturn SL
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.6 to 9.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.6 to 9.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1997 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1997 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 | 10.0 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.8 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 201 g/km | 213 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.33 | $14.11 |
1997 Saturn SL: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.9 L | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 35 | 32 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 31 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,450 | US$2,600 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,666 | $2,822 |
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 1997 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 227 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (41), electrical system (32) and power train (25). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97V155000 | 1997-09-12 | seats | 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." |
| 97V138000 | 1997-08-29 | steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion) | 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1997 Saturn SL
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1997 Saturn SL for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. The 1997 Saturn SL for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 227 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling, electrical system and power train; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
What the figures tell you
Its 1.9L 4-cylinder drives 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.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 26 litres, from its 8.6 L/100 km rating. In energy, every 100 km costs about $13.33 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,450 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who the SL suits
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
What the SL is like
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Its 311 litres of luggage space fit about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
Rent the SL for a week and see how it fits your life. Drive the SL on your commute before you commit to it. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Picking a year and a trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Running costs
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.33 in fuel. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$2,450 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Your move
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
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 1997 Saturn SL from us first.
Ask us about the 1997 Saturn SL
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1997 Saturn SL for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1997 Saturn SL
Does CarmaCars sell the 1997 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 1997 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 1997 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 1997 Saturn SL cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,450 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2666.00.
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.