Engine: 3.5-liter sohc 24-valve V6

Engine Options: 143-hp 2.2-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4; 250-hp 3.5-liter sohc 24-valve V6

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage front airbags, seat-belt pre-tensioners, child seat anchors

Optional Safety Equipment: ABS; head-curtain side-impact airbags; traction control for FWD models

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Springhill, Tennessee

Model Tested: Saturn Vue V6 AWD ($24,315)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning with dust filter, ABS, reclining front bucket seats with folding armrests, cargo area power outlet, fold-flat front passenger seat, integrated roof rails, two-position reclining rear seats, 70/30 split folding rear seatbacks, liftgate loading lights, rear window wiper/washer, AM/FM/CD stereo, power outside mirrors, power windows, remote keyless entry, alarm system, auto-dimming rearview mirror with outside temperature and compass display, dual map lights, cruise control, 17-inch alloy wheels

Options as Tested: Safe and Sound II package ($1,140) includes OnStar, side-curtain airbags, MP3 player, heated front seats, six-way power drivers seat

Destination Charge: 575

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: all-wheel drive

Horsepower: 250 @ 5800

Torque: 242 @ 4500

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 19/25

Wheelbase: 106.6 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 181.3/71.5/66.5 inches

Track Front/Rear: 61.0/61.0 inches

Turning Cycle: 39.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.4/51.6/41.2 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 40.3/52.7/36.8 inches

Trunk Volume: 30.8 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: 8.0 inches

Curb Weight: 3630 pounds

Towing Capacity: 3500 pounds

Tires: P235/60SR17

Brakes: disc/drum with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 16.3 Gallons