The GM 4T45-E replaced both transmissions and is the only automatic option for 2005-on. Reliability being the main issue for the VTi and the Aisin had a common documented problem called shift-flare which also was somewhat common in the other manufacturers that used Aisin transmissions (i.e. In 2005 the Aisin 5-speed automatic used in the sedans from 2003-04 and in the quad-coupes from mid 2004 on, along with the VTi trans used in the quad-coupes from 2003 to mid-2004 were both discontinued for various issues. Under the hood, the long-rumored 170 hp 2.4 L I4 engine with variable valve timing became available for the ION3. In 2006, the ION received exterior facelift to give it more of a family resemblance to the 2007 Saturn Aura and Saturn Sky roadster. In 2004, Saturn introduced the high-performance Redline variant of the ION, featuring a supercharged engine. The 20 IONs were available with the VTi continuously variable transmission. The ION is available in sedan and coupe forms the coupe is called a "quad coupe" due to the two smaller rear-opening "suicide doors" behind the front doors.Ī Getrag F23 5-speed manual or an Aisin AF33 5-speed automatic transmission are available. The ION's instrument panel is mounted on the top center of the dashboard, rather than behind the steering wheel. The 2003 ION came standard with a 140 hp (104 kW) DOHC Ecotec I4 engine. The ION replaced the Saturn S-series in 2003. Additional underside photos are available in the gallery below.The Saturn ION is a compact car sold by General Motors' Saturn marque. Power is delivered to the front wheels via a five-speed manual transaxle. An oil change was performed in preparation for sale. The supercharged 2.0-liter EcoTec inline-four was factory rated at 205 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque. The digital odometer indicates 63k miles, approximately 100 of which were added by the selling dealer. The leather-wrapped steering wheel fronts a center stack-mounted 140-mph speedometer, tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline, and auxiliary gauges. Wear on the seating surfaces is visible in the gallery below. Amenities include Recaro front seats, air conditioning, a short-throw shifter, power windows, and cruise control along with a Pioneer multimedia stereo with Bluetooth and a rearview camera. The seating surfaces are upholstered in black leather with blue cloth inserts and are complemented by a black dashboard, center console, door panels, and carpets. The car is equipped with four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, front and rear stabilizer bars, and performance suspension settings. Additional features include a power-operated sunroof and a polished exhaust tip.įactory 17″ polished alloy wheels are wrapped in 215/45 Hankook Ventus HRII tires up front and GT Radial Champiro 328 tires in back. The car is finished in Silver Nickel with Red Line-specific bumpers, side skirts, and a rear wing. This Ion Redline has 63k miles and is offered at no reserve with a window sticker, an owner’s manual, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Pennsylvania title. Equipment includes Recaro front seats, four-wheel disc brakes, Red Line-specific bodywork, a power-operated sunroof, and air conditioning. The car is finished in Silver Nickel over a black and blue interior and is powered by a supercharged 2.0-liter inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transaxle. This 2004 Saturn Ion Red Line coupe was first delivered to Saturn of Trevose, Pennsylvania, and remained with the original owner prior to being acquired by the selling dealer in April 2021.
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