Representative photoEmissions test for a 2005 Saturn Ion
Emissions test for the 2005 Saturn Ion: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 9.0 to 10.2 L/100 km
- Body
- Compact Cars
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2005 Saturn Ion for emissions test
- Body: compact cars (EPA size class).
2005 Saturn Ion: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 29 | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 29 | 28 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,600 | US$2,800 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,790 | $3,038 | $3,570 |
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 2005 Saturn Ion
- NHTSA lists 3 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 573 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (270), electrical system (232) and air bags (34). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V171000 | 2014-04-10 | electrical system:ignition | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the... |
| 14V153000 | 2014-03-31 | steering:electric power assist system | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2006 Malibu Maxx, 2009-2010 HHR (non-turbo), 2010 Cobalt, 2008-2009 Saturn Aura and 2004-2007 Ion, and 2005-2009 Pontiac G6. In the affected vehicles, there may be a sudden loss of electric power steering (EPS)... |
| 14V047000 | 2014-02-10 | air bags | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Emissions test: how we help
CarmaCars does not do this work itself. For an emissions test on the 2005 Saturn Ion, we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one. Emissions tests are required in some provinces and states; a licensed shop does the test.
Before the shop sees your Ion
Tell the shop the year, the trim and the engine: the 2.2L 4-cylinder. Tell the shop about any warning light or sound you have noticed. If you have the service history of your Ion, have it ready for the shop. Its 2.2L 4-cylinder drives through a 5-speed manual.
The steps
We can deliver a rental to you while your car is at the shop. The repair is between you and the shop; the rental is with us. Send a request with the car and what it needs; a person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one.
Keep moving meanwhile
Keep the rental as long as the repair takes. A rental keeps your week on track during the repair. Delivery to your door is available across the Toronto area.
Talking to the shop
Ask the shop to explain the repair in plain words before you agree. Ask the shop to call you before doing anything not on the estimate. Ask whether the quote includes both parts and labour.
Car care, briefly
Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can. Have the battery tested before winter if it is more than a few years old. Have the cabin air filter changed on the maker's schedule.
Send a request
Ask us, and we tell you whether we can arrange it.
Request emissions test
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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