I have not driven one, but the price seems unexceptional. The Hyundai Sonata provides stiff competition in this class for a total family package.

I equipped one out, and with Saturn's non-negotiable pricing, $26,720 ends up being comparable to about $28,000 or more in many competitors. The paddle shifting does nothing for me. It's still no substitute for a manual transmission no matter how you slice it. A comparable Sonata Limited has an MSRP of $25,345 (which is negotiable). The Kia Optima would also be attractive if it offered the 3.3 litre V6.


Brad "Diva": 2004 Mazda 6s 5-door, Volcanic Red Rex: 1988 Mazda RX-7 Vert, Harbor Blue.