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2008 Saturn Outlook Review

November 5, 2008

STYLING | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Styling garners enthusiastic responses, and it's never confused for anything but an SUV
Cars.com

Outlook's cabin is both functional and pleasing to the eye
Edmunds

Gauges are large, clear, and conveniently backlit
ConsumerGuide

Anything resembling a minivan in the U.S. today has to overcome a certain stigma that is virtually impossible to surmount, so designers have begun to disguise their minivans as SUVs. Such is the case with the 2008 Saturn Outlook, which features SUV styling and minivan practicality, minus the minivan-traditional sliding side doors.

The Saturn Outlook was completely new for the 2007 model year, and it enters 2008 virtually unchanged. Edmunds describes the Saturn Outlook as "a large crossover SUV with seating for seven or eight passengers" that is available in "two trim lines: XE and XR." Both versions share the same exterior styling, which Cars.com says "garners enthusiastic responses, and it's never confused for anything but an SUV." Edmunds remarks that the Saturn Outlook "immediately stood out as something to pay attention to" when it debuted last year. Kelley Blue Book reviewers report that the 2008 Saturn Outlook is "taller than a wagon and sleeker than an SUV," part of "a growing number of crossover vehicles that actually look like crossover vehicles." They add "the Outlook's grille is dominated by a thick chrome bar that represents the new face of Saturn." For those wanting to differentiate their 2008 Saturn Outlook, ConsumerGuide points out that Saturn offers "Special paint" and "Premium paint" options on the XE and XR Saturn Outlooks.

The interior of the 2008 Saturn Outlook also receives praise for its clean styling in reviews read by TheCarConnection.com. ConsumerGuide is impressed that the "gauges are large, clear, and conveniently backlit even with headlights off." They add that the "controls are logically placed, including an intuitive audio deck." Kelley Blue Book reviewers find "the 2008 Saturn Outlook's passenger cabin attractive and comfortable," and note that the "Outlook XE models get metallic trim," while "XR models get a wood-like trim." Edmunds also appreciates the styling of the Saturn Outlook's interior, praising it as "both functional and pleasing to the eye," although they say that "many of the buttons on the dashboard are a bit too small and similar-looking, making them hard to find and operate."

Conclusion

The 2008 Saturn Outlook has the styling to appeal to the SUV crowd and a practical, attractive interior.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:Styling garners enthusiastic responses, and it's never confused for anything but an SUVCars.comOutlook's cabin is both functional and pleasing to the eyeEdmundsGauges are large, clear, and conveniently backlitConsumerGuide Anything resembling a minivan in the U.S. today has to overcome a certain stigma that is virtually impossible to surmount, so designers have begun to disguise their minivans as SUVs. Such is the case with the 2008 Saturn Outlook, which features SUV styling and minivan practicality, minus the minivan-traditional sliding side doors. The Saturn Outlook was completely new for the 2007 model year, and it enters 2008 virtually unchanged. Edmunds describes the Saturn Outlook as "a large crossover SUV with seating for seven or eight passengers" that is available in "two trim lines: XE and XR." Both versions share the same exterior styling, which Cars.com says "garners enthusiastic responses, and it's never confused for anything but an SUV." Edmunds remarks that the Saturn Outlook "immediately stood out as something to pay attention to" when it debuted last year. Kelley Blue Book reviewers report that the 2008 Saturn Outlook is "taller than a wagon and sleeker than an SUV," part of "a growing number of crossover vehicles that actually look like crossover vehicles." They add "the Outlook's grille is dominated by a thick chrome bar that represents the new face of Saturn." For those wanting to differentiate their 2008 Saturn Outlook, ConsumerGuide points out that Saturn offers "Special paint" and "Premium paint" options on the XE and XR Saturn Outlooks. The interior of the 2008 Saturn Outlook also receives praise for its clean styling in reviews read by TheCarConnection.com. ConsumerGuide is impressed that the "gauges are large, clear, and conveniently backlit even with headlights off." They add that the "controls are logically placed, including an intuitive audio deck." Kelley Blue Book reviewers find "the 2008 Saturn Outlook's passenger cabin attractive and comfortable," and note that the "Outlook XE models get metallic trim," while "XR models get a wood-like trim." Edmunds also appreciates the styling of the Saturn Outlook's interior, praising it as "both functional and pleasing to the eye," although they say that "many of the buttons on the dashboard are a bit too small and similar-looking, making them hard to find and operate." ConclusionThe 2008 Saturn Outlook has the styling to appeal to the SUV crowd and a practical, attractive interior. 2008 SATURN OUTLOOK STYLING | [7 out of 10] Cars.com: "Styling garners enthusiastic responses, and it's never confused for anything but an SUV" Edmunds: "Outlook's cabin is both functional and pleasing to the eye" ConsumerGuide: "Gauges are large, clear, and conveniently backlit" ...

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The 2008 Saturn Outlook competes with some of the roomiest carlike crossover vehicle models, which bring many of the advantages of a minivan, including fuel economy that's much better than traditional truck-based SUVs, though none of these vehicles boasts rugged off-road ability. The Ford Taurus X has a lower seating position and feels more like a wagon than the Outlook, with a lower cargo floor that's easier to access. The Taurus X also ranks very high in safety. The Toyota Highlander has recently been redesigned, with a sleeker appearance and revamped interior appointments. Then there's the Pilot, which has a simpler, boxier appearance but good performance from its V-6 powertrain. The CX-9 has a sportier look and feel, and it appeals to those who want to drive a little more enthusiastically. The Outlook's fuel economy is comparable to that of other mid-size crossover vehicles. One negative for the Outlook is pricing; the base XE model is a good value, but pile the XR with options and it can approach $45,000, which is as much as some same-size luxury-brand models.

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