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| Production | | Production | ||
| | | 2006-2009 | ||
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| Designer | | Designer | ||
| | | [[Vicki Vlachakis]] | ||
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The '''[[Saturn]] Sky''' is a [[roadster]] [[automobile]] which will go on sale in the first quarter of 2006 as a 2007 model. It uses the ''Kappa'' platform shared with the [[Pontiac Solstice]]. The Sky concept was shown at the 2005 North American International Auto Show, with the production version following at the 2006 show. It will be built at GM's Wilmington, Delaware plant, alongside the Solstice and the [[Opel GT#Modern Opel GT|Opel GT]]. The Sky features 18 in (457 mm) wheels and a 2.4 L Ecotec ''LE5'' [[Straight-4|I4]] engine that produces 177 hp (132 kW). [[manual transmission|Manual]] and [[automatic transmission]]s are available, both with five gears. | The '''[[Saturn]] Sky''' is a [[roadster]] [[automobile]] which will go on sale in the first quarter of 2006 as a 2007 model. It uses the ''Kappa'' platform shared with the [[Pontiac Solstice]]. The Sky concept was shown at the 2005 North American International Auto Show, with the production version following at the 2006 show. It will be built at GM's Wilmington, Delaware plant, alongside the Solstice and the [[Opel GT#Modern Opel GT|Opel GT]]. The Sky features 18 in (457 mm) wheels and a 2.4 L Ecotec ''LE5'' [[Straight-4|I4]] engine that produces 177 hp (132 kW). [[manual transmission|Manual]] and [[automatic transmission]]s are available, both with five gears. | ||
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See WikiCars' comprehensive [[Saturn Sky Review|'''Saturn Sky Review''']]. | See WikiCars' comprehensive [[Saturn Sky Review|'''Saturn Sky Review''']]. | ||
===Recent Changes=== | ===Recent Changes=== | ||
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===Photos=== | ===Photos=== | ||
[[Image:Saturn SKY Roadster-990740small.jpeg|right]] | |||
[[Image:Saturn Sky 2009 image i01-800small.jpg|right]] | |||
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The Sky is based on GMs Global rear-drive platform named Kappa. This platform also underpins the [[Pontiac Solstice]] and [[Opel GT]] and [[Vauxhall VX Lightning]] concept. The Sky's edgy styling mimics the VX Lightning's, with sharp creases and slab sides. The Sky and Saturn's new mid-size sedan, the [[Saturn Aura|Aura]], move Saturn into a new, more European styling direction. In many ways, Saturn is becoming GMs Opel brand in the North American market. | The Sky is based on GMs Global rear-drive platform named Kappa. This platform also underpins the [[Pontiac Solstice]] and [[Opel GT]] and [[Vauxhall VX Lightning]] concept. The Sky's edgy styling mimics the VX Lightning's, with sharp creases and slab sides. The Sky and Saturn's new mid-size sedan, the [[Saturn Aura|Aura]], move Saturn into a new, more European styling direction. In many ways, Saturn is becoming GMs Opel brand in the North American market. | ||
The Sky shares its engines and powertrain with the Solstice, although no sheet metal stampings are interchangable. The suspension and steering tunings are unique to each car, lending the Sky a more upscale, relaxed feel. | The Sky shares its engines and powertrain with the Solstice, although no sheet metal stampings are interchangable. The suspension and steering tunings are unique to each car, lending the Sky a more upscale, relaxed feel. The Sky uses GM's ''LE5'' 2.4 liter inline-4 and ''LNF'' 2.0 liter Turbo-4 mated to an Aisin AR-5 manual or GM 5L40-E automatic. | ||
==Red Line== | ==Red Line== | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
*[http://www.ecotec-parts.com GM Ecotec Store] - Performance Parts and Accessories | |||
* [http://www.skyredline.com 2007 Saturn Sky Redline Forums and Info] | * [http://www.skyredline.com 2007 Saturn Sky Redline Forums and Info] | ||
* [http://www.skyroadster.com/forums Saturn Sky Discussion Area] | * [http://www.skyroadster.com/forums Saturn Sky Discussion Area] | ||
* [http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame.php?file=car.php&carnum=1679 Vauxhall VX Lightning] | * [http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/frame.php?file=car.php&carnum=1679 Vauxhall VX Lightning] | ||
* [http://www.saturnskyredline.net Saturn Sky Information] | |||
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Latest revision as of 19:53, 21 December 2010
Saturn Sky | |
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Saturn | |
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Production | 2006-2009 |
Class | Roadster |
Body Style | 2-door Convertible Roadster |
Length | 161.1 in. |
Width | 71.4 in. |
Height | 50.2 in. |
Wheelbase | 95.1 in. |
Weight | 2,993 - 3,024 lbs. |
Transmission | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Automatic |
Engine | 2.4 liter DOHC inline-4 2.0 liter DOHC Turbocharged inline-4 |
Power | 177 hp @ 6600 RPM 166 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 260 hp @ 5300 RPM 250 lb-ft @ 2500-5200 RPM |
Similar | Pontiac Solstice Mazda MX-5 BMW Z4 Honda S2000 |
Designer | Vicki Vlachakis |
The Saturn Sky is a roadster automobile which will go on sale in the first quarter of 2006 as a 2007 model. It uses the Kappa platform shared with the Pontiac Solstice. The Sky concept was shown at the 2005 North American International Auto Show, with the production version following at the 2006 show. It will be built at GM's Wilmington, Delaware plant, alongside the Solstice and the Opel GT. The Sky features 18 in (457 mm) wheels and a 2.4 L Ecotec LE5 I4 engine that produces 177 hp (132 kW). Manual and automatic transmissions are available, both with five gears.
The styling for the Sky, penned by Franz von Holzhausen, is based on the British Vauxhall VX Lightning design. It will be available in the UK as the Vauxhall VX Lightning, in some other European markets as the Opel GT, and in Korea as the Daewoo G2X. The Solstice, Sky, and GT are built in Delaware; the G2X will be produced by GMDAT in Korea. The aggressive styling has garnered praise as a welcome departure from the typical, conservative "Saturn look".
See WikiCars' comprehensive Saturn Sky Review.
Recent Changes
The Sky is all new for 2007.
Styles and Major Options
The Sky is available in two models: Sky and Red Line. Even in base form, the Sky is very well equipped.
Sky Standard Features
- 2.4 liter DOHC inline-4
- 16-valves
- Variable Intake and Exhaust Valve Timing
- 10.4:1 Compression Ratio
- 5-speed Manual Transmission
- 18" Painted Alloy Wheels
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Single CD Stereo with 6 Speakers
- Glass Rear Window with Defroster
- Power Windows, Door Locks and Mirrors
- Remote Keyless Entry
Sky Red Line
In addition to or in place of Sky Standard Features
- 2.0 liter DOHC Turbocharged and Intercooled inline-4
- 16-valves
- Direct Injection
- Variable Intake and Exhaust Valve Timing
- 9.2:1 Compression Ratio
- 18" Polished Alloy Wheels
- Unique Red Line Gauges and Grille Accent
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Limited Slip Differential
- Stability Control
Pricing
Today's actual prices for the Saturn Sky can be found at CarsDirect.
Sky Trims |
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Sky |
Red Line |
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MSRP |
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$24,725 |
$28,425 |
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Invoice |
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$23,117 |
$26,577 |
Gas Mileage
As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
Miles Per Gallon (City/Highway) |
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Sky Manual |
Sky Automatic |
Red Line Manual |
Red Line Automatic |
20/28 |
22/26 |
22/31 |
21/29 |
Reliability
Safety
Standard Safety Equipment
- Daytime Running Lamps
- Dual-Stage Driver and Front Passenger Airbags
- Front Safety Belts with Pretensioners and Force Limiters
- OnStar
- 4-wheel Disc Brakes with ABS
- Side Impact Door Beams
The 2007 Aura was tested by the NHTSA and the full results can be found at safercar.gov.
Rating (Stars) |
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Front |
Side |
Rollover |
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Driver |
Passenger |
Front Seat |
Rear Seat |
2WD |
4WD |
4 |
4 |
4 |
- |
5 |
- |
Photos
Colors
Sky exterior and interior availability and color samples.
Exterior Color |
Cloth |
Available Premium Trim |
Cloth Top |
Midnight Blue |
- |
Black/Tan |
Black/Tan |
Sunburst Yellow |
- |
Black |
Black |
Forest Green |
- |
Black/Tan |
Black/Tan |
Black Onyx |
Black |
Black/Red/Tan |
Black/Tan |
Silver Graphite |
Black |
Black/Red |
Black |
Silver Pearl |
Black |
Black/Red |
Black |
Silver Pearl |
Gray/Tan |
Gray/Tan |
Black |
Bluestone |
Black |
Black/Tan |
Black/Tan |
Chili Pepper Red |
Black |
Black/Tan |
Black/Tan |
Polar White |
- |
Black/Red/Tan |
Black/Tan |
Exterior Colors |
Bluestone | Silver Pearl |
Silver Graphite | Chili Pepper Red |
Polar White | Midnight Blue |
Forest Green | Sunburst Yellow |
Black Onyx |
Interior Colors |
Black Cloth |
Black Leather |
Tan Leather |
Main Competitors
Hybrid Models
Unique Attributes
Resale Values
Criticisms
Current Generation: (2007–present)
The Sky is based on GMs Global rear-drive platform named Kappa. This platform also underpins the Pontiac Solstice and Opel GT and Vauxhall VX Lightning concept. The Sky's edgy styling mimics the VX Lightning's, with sharp creases and slab sides. The Sky and Saturn's new mid-size sedan, the Aura, move Saturn into a new, more European styling direction. In many ways, Saturn is becoming GMs Opel brand in the North American market.
The Sky shares its engines and powertrain with the Solstice, although no sheet metal stampings are interchangable. The suspension and steering tunings are unique to each car, lending the Sky a more upscale, relaxed feel. The Sky uses GM's LE5 2.4 liter inline-4 and LNF 2.0 liter Turbo-4 mated to an Aisin AR-5 manual or GM 5L40-E automatic.
Red Line
A Red Line model of the Sky was introduced on April 11, 2006 at the New York Auto Show. It uses the same 260 hp (194 kW) turbocharged Ecotec engine as the Solstice GXP, as well as the same standard 5-speed Aisin manual transmission. An automatic transmission is optional.
The Red Line will get a standard torque-sensing limitied-slip differential, standard StabiliTrak stability control, and an enhanced sport suspension over the standard Sky (currently avalible as a dealer-add on for regular Skys). Other exterior enhancements include dual exhausts, 18 in wheels, and a specific front fascia modeled for the Red Line. On the inside the Red Line will receive a special leather wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, special embroidery on the seats and floormats, metallic door sill covers and stainless steel pedals, special tachometer and guages, and a digital boost gauge in the Driver Information Center.
Prices start $27,895 for the Red Line model, which will arrive in Saturn dealers in the fall of 2006.
Worldwide
Design quirks and oddities
Awards
See also
- Vauxhall VX220 and Opel Speedster, the European-markets predecessors, both based on the Lotus Elise and built by Lotus Cars.
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SATURN | ||
Historic Astra · L-Series · ION · Relay · S-Series · Aura · Sky · VUE · Outlook Concept Sky Concept · Curve · Include notable internal links here | ||
Roger Smith, former GM CEO | Corporate website | defunct |
External Links
- GM Ecotec Store - Performance Parts and Accessories
- 2007 Saturn Sky Redline Forums and Info
- Saturn Sky Discussion Area
- Vauxhall VX Lightning
- Saturn Sky Information