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We tested a 2008 Vue Green Line, which adds an electric motor/generator and battery pack to the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine. The hybrid system uses the electric motor to boost acceleration and turns off the gasoline engine at idle to save fuel. When slowing down, regenerative braking captures energy to recharge the battery pack. GM classifies the Vue Green Line as a mild hybrid, because it cannot run in fully electric mode. GM transformed the second generation Saturn Vue into a viable alternative to ...

Our first impression inside the 2008 Saturn Vue was extremely positive. Where the outgoing vehicle had cheesy imitation wood and plastic, the new European look is clean, modern and classy in terms of design, appearance, materials and function. There's a good balance of brightwork to panels from the left door across the instrument panel and dashboard to the right door, and the heating/air conditioning vents are big, round and nicely done. The driver's bucket seat is comfy, containing but not rest...

With power players like the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, the compact SUV segment is a competitive place to sell cars. Saturn's Vue SUV is the automaker's second-best-selling model, but it hasn't had the high-volume sales of its key competitors. Now in its second generation, the SUV has been completely redesigned and appears better equipped to challenge the established category leaders.

The best word to describe the hybrid engine in the Saturn Vue Green Line is "hot." Touch the accelerator pedal and it feels like a sports car. This technology doesn't cost an arm-and-leg; the total price of my tester was $24,795, and it came with a load of desirable features. Many of those features deal with safety and security.

A compact five-door crossover vehicle with European-inspired design and sporty ride and handling, the 2008 Vue is the latest Saturn model to showcase the brand's new design character and intensified focus on driving characteristics.

The 2008 Saturn Vue Green Line The hybrid SUV has a fuel economy rating of 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, which represents a 27 percent improvement over the non-hybrid Vue. And the small SUV starts at $24,795. Those figures mean it's the highest-mileage SUV on the market — and the cheapest hybrid SUV.

From About.com: In its second year with GM’s mild hybrid drivetrain option, the Vue gets a complete refresh for 2008. Its new curved and sculpted look, a severe departure from old, hints at European inspiration and upscale flavor. The new Vue Green Line is decently equipped in standard trim as was our tester, with enough amenities to make a long trip comfortable--but without whiz bang. Inside, the Vue’s fit and finish is quite good, while the choice of materials offers a reasonable balanc...

One year after the introduction of the 2007 Vue Green Line, Saturn has brought out a significantly revised version of the model. The 2008 Vue Green Line may share most of the tech features of the original model, but its exterior design shows that Saturn has spent a busy 12 months at the drawing board. Gone is the square-cut back end and unsightly plastic grille treatment up front, replaced by a curved profile and color-coded paintwork. Dazzling as-standard 17-inch alloy rims complete the picture...

Kevin Massy from CNet: One year after the introduction of the 2007 Vue Green Line, Saturn has brought out a significantly revised version of the model. The 2008 Vue Green Line may share most of the tech features of the original model, but its exterior design shows that Saturn has spent a busy 12 months at the drawing board. Gone is the square-cut back end and unsightly plastic grille treatment up front, replaced by a curved profile and color-coded paintwork. Dazzling as-standard 17-inch alloy ri...

Saturn released their first hybrid suv in late 2006 as a 2007 model year, but don’t expect to find many available on dealer lots. Aptly named the “green line”, production shortages of the GM green machine have made them scarce over the past few months. Now, the 2008 hybrid Saturn Vue is nearly ready for release.

On the road, this new Vue shows its European antecedents with a firmer ride, at least in our XR, but handling is notably improved. Add the pep of 257 hp, along with that engine's standard slick-shifting six-speed automatic, and this Vue is a great drive. On the safety front, every Vue now gets front side and front/rear side-curtain air bags, electronic stability control, a Rollover Sensing System, ABS and traction control. Of course, all that stuff costs money. The base price of the 2008 Vue, at...

Based on the new Opel-sourced model, the 2008 Vue Red Line keeps with the bolt-on pattern set by its forbear, albeit with new hardware. The engine is a 3.6-liter, twin-cam V6 of 257 horsepower, coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the front wheels; an all-wheel drive system that shuttles power between the front and rear using an electronic transfer clutch is a $2500 option. The transmission has been modified with low-friction bushings and splash lubrication of critic...

The Saturn Vue Red Line doesn't disappoint with a high-performing V6, sport-tuned independent front/rear suspension, and strong brakes. Power to make the Vue Red Line keep ahead of the traffic is generated from GM’s sophisticated high-feature 60-degree DOHC 3.6 liter all-aluminum V6 engine with VVT. This engine produces 257hp at 6,500rpm and 248lb.ft. of torque at just 2,100rpm. This modern V6 powerplant is mated to GM’s new Hydra-Matic six-speed automatic transmisison with standard tap up/t...

Do you know of or remember any Saturn vehicle that ever had the "streets" talking? Well, I recently tested a 2008 Saturn Vue Red Line that, on several occasions, had bystanders hitting me with the "thumbs up" asking me how fast it goes and generally jocking my ride! This got me thinking, when did a Saturn become a hot ride?