New VUE Pics!

[jbartley]

New Pics

from windingroad.com

"Caught masquerading “bra-less” for the first time by snapper Chris Doane, the 2008 Saturn Vue looks to be almost showroom-ready. Sans camo, the front end reveals a pair of eagles-head lenses and lower fascia that mimics a skid plate between a pair of fog lamps. The rear reveals a high-set bumper, along with almond-shaped headlamps with round brake light elements. Note that the prototype’s rear fascia has cutouts for two exhausts, although this particular model only has a single exit unit.

(Click through to the jump for more images and details!)

Brenda Priddy & Co. report that the four-door GMT319 will be assembled at General Motors’ Ramos Arizpe, Mexico plant. According to her sources, the new Vue will be motivated by a 2.4-liter inline four with a choice of manual or automatic transmissions. Options may include a pair of V-6s, and reportedly not one, but two separate Green Line models. How’s that? The less advanced Green line will utilize a Belt Alternator System (BAS) with the 2.4-liter, and the second will use GM’s 3.6-liter V-6 and incorporate a hybrid system jointly developed with DaimlerChrysler, General Motors, and BMW.

Downstream, Priddy believes that crossover enthusiasts can expect a 3.6-liter Redline model, which should be good for around 300 horsepower."

looks sharp!

Edited September 19, 2006 by Northstar

[Northstar]

The mirrors are terrible. I think it's safe to say this is the worst new Saturn, and it's also the only one that wasn't designed here.

[thedriver]

eh, I don't like it.

I have never been a fan of SUV's that have an arched roof, i prefer flat all the way back to maximize cargo room.

[Mule Bakersdozen LS]

Nice shots, meh design.

[Northstar]

"...and on the 3rd day, the Lord said, thou shalt not post my spy photos or thou shall suffer from a burning case of syphilis and your home will be overrunneth with snakes"

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Whoops, I forgot about that, I'll edit the post and link to them instead.

[thegriffon]

The mirrors are terrible. I think it's safe to say this is the worst new Saturn, and it's also the only one that wasn't designed here.

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Just be glad it's not a CR-V. Edited September 19, 2006 by thegriffon

[dado]

And here is interior

http://news.windingroad.com/wp-content/upl...ue-interior.jpg

[big blue]

Interior looks pretty nice, exterior reminds me of a Hyundai Tucson or Kia Sportage. Kinda let down...the PreVue concept looked great. Of course, going to wait till official pics come out before passing on full final judgement.

[loki]

The mirrors are terrible. I think it's safe to say this is the worst new Saturn, and it's also the only one that wasn't designed here.

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agree about the mirrors... as far as the worst...? we'll see when the "wagon aura" and astra comes over... for final product comparos

[regfootball]

this thing is Daewoo all the way to the bank.

it looks too narrow and too small. But really, the outlook sales gains will offset any vue sales losses. Only thing is the size of this may be deficient realted to the RAV4, CRV, and new Outbanger.

I hope saturn doesn't screw this up. the current vue has near mid sized space. I bet the current vue is close to the original 4 dr blazer in seating size and almost in cargo size. if they lose space in transition and it becomes more Caliber size they are screwed.

Edited September 19, 2006 by regfootball

[pow]

It looks VERY Korean. Makes more sense as a Suzuki or Chevy.

[GMTruckGuy74]

What's with the GMC Acadia-esque headlights? Could this really be the GMC (nee Pontiac) Torrent replacement with a Saturn grille? There's just way too much unpainted black plastic for a brand that supposedly is going upscale. Very little chrome accents are used, unlike on other newer Saturns. To top it off, they place a strip of chrome on the rear hatch that looks out of place (unless, more of that black plastic will be painted on the production version and more chrome accents will be added). I'll save my final judgement until the official pictures are released, but I'll say this - the OUTLOOK is 10x better looking than the NG VUE. I won't be holding my breath here.

[bowtie_dude]

And here is interior

http://news.windingroad.com/wp-content/upl...ue-interior.jpg

195428[/snapback]

Same black radio insert.

[frogger]

Every time newer pics come out of this it looks a little less promising.

[jbartley]

it does seem a little less edgy. i think they are going for "cute ute".

i'm assuming, however, the red line version is gonna be a lot more macho and defined in the front. if that's true, than i can deal with this for the base models.

[KaliRover]

The interior is okay...., I would expect nothing less from GM.

But I don't like the exterior though, too hyundai. I was expecting something a little more edgy. I love Edgy. Heh, oh well, I think it will do alright.

[HarleyEarl]

Current Vue is no prize and this is even worse. It looks chubby. As in rotund.

[Cory Wolfe]

Dissapointment is not what I expected.

[daves87rs]

Not bad...

Gotta see it in person before any kind of judgement though...

[wilde1988]

Uh, what's up witht he mirrors? They're uh

[pow]

It's about as stylish as the '98 RX300 or the '02 Kia Sorento.

[I hope GMRULES again]

What are you guys bitching about? The Outlook is big for people who want big, this is smaller for people who want something smaller, more fuel efficient.

[scharmer05]

I agree about the mirrors. This is somewhat of a disappointment, but it beats the current vue, IMO. I will reserve final judgement for when I see some official pics.

[Ultra Magnus]

I'm just not impressed. Maybe its all the grey plastic on the bumpers but its not nearly as attractive as the concept.

[frogger]

The Chevy S3X looked quite a bit better.

[Intrepidation]

The interior is pretty cool ooking, nice to see a new wheel design, even if it looks like a Caddy or Saab wheell...not a bad thing though. Still the same r radio

The exterior looks to Korean from the back, mainly cuz of the tail light design, but if the spyshots of the Red Line are any idication, it looks promising in that form.

[PurdueGuy]

looks ok, not great, IMO. They need to stop it with the unpainted plastic bumpers, really...

[bostonspider]

I am not sure what all the intrigue is with this model, we already knew exactly what it would look like as the Opel version has already been released. I think it is much better looking than the current Vue, but I think the Chevy Captiva version of this trucklet sold in Europe is actually better looking.

New Antara

and here is the Captiva

[FunkyPig]

Official photos of this have been available for months now, why is everyone surprised to see a camo version now? Strange!

The only real news is that it appears the Saturn will have a slightly different dash than the Opel version.

Edited September 20, 2006 by FunkyPig

[thegriffon]

It's very close in size to the CR-V and extended North American RAV4. The new Santa-Fe and Outlander are bigger, similar to the 7-seat Captiva.

[Paolino]

Wow... I really was expecting something a little nicer to be honest. I hate the headlights and taillamps. The interior, well, I need to see a better shot of it. I still can't believe GM has no idea how to integrate their corporate stereo better in the center console. All they have to do is put a freakin' cover over the whole console that covers the outlines of the HVAC and radio "boxes" and bam, better looking already.

[ponchoman49]

Dissapointing after the current 3 new models. Looks too bland and whimpy!

[SKYGUY10066]

Dissapointment is not what I expected.

195534[/snapback]

I can say with experience that the mirrors and a few other details WILL NOT remain. These are preproduction vehicles.

[Intrepidation]

I am not sure what all the intrigue is with this model, we already knew exactly what it would look like as the Opel version has already been released.  I think it is much better looking than the current Vue, but I think the Chevy Captiva version of this trucklet sold in Europe is actually better looking.

New Antara

and here is the Captiva

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Agreed, the Captiva looks better.

Official photos of this have been available for months now, why is everyone surprised to see a camo version now? Strange!

The only real news is that it appears the Saturn will have a slightly different dash than the Opel version.

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Which is ashame, cuz it woulda been nice to see something other than GM's corporate stereo there

[Drew Dowdell]

I don't see a thing wrong with it.

You guys wanted an Opel, you got an Opel. quitcherbitchin

[Intrepidation]

I don't see a thing wrong with it.

You guys wanted an Opel, you got an Opel. quitcherbitchin

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An Opel minus the center stack. Also I was never a fan of the Opel's or Saturn's tail lights.

[Petra]

It just doesn't look like a Saturn to me.

[FunkyPig]

GM could release anything and still there would be a thread full of people complaining.

I don't mind it.

[Drew Dowdell]

GM could release anything and still there would be a thread full of people complaining.

195795[/snapback]

truth!

[carman21]

Does anyone realize that the current Vue has always been fugly. This new Vue is very competitive with the Rav4 & CR-V.

[C.H.U.D.]

Only disappointed that they dumbed down the dashboard.

[bowtie_dude]

Only disappointed that they dumbed down the dashboard.

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Indeed.

[sciguy_0504]

The interior looks great but the exterior not so much. It does look Korean and the headlights look like they came off an RX, all GM did was add some plastic to the bottom. Definately disappointed.

[GMinTheDriveway]

I like it. I would like it more without the grey plastic bumpers, tho. The current VUE definitely got better looking with color-keyed bumpers IMO.

I'm going to go practice my objection handling: "This Saturn is made where??"

Looks like 8-way power seat. That is good. Getting rid of the underpowered ECOTEC 2.2 is also good. 2-different Hybrids Plus 2 different non-hybrid powertrains is also good. I'm gonna need a bigger lot.

[jbartley]

the interior is looking sharp.

the exterior needs more chrome pieces pieces (HELLO PREVUE CONCEPT) and less nasty black plastic.

[lakefire]

looks good. Nice shots chris.

[PurdueGuy]

2-different Hybrids Plus 2 different non-hybrid powertrains is also good.  I'm gonna need a bigger lot.

196043[/snapback]

that's 2 hybrids and 3 non-hybrids - they mention the 2.4L and 2 6-cyls. That's 5 models, and we don't even know if that includes the Red Line.

Yup, bigger lot time... lol

[Northstar]

The hybrids are the 2.4 BAS and then the 3.6 two-mode full hybrid. The 3 non-hybrids are the 2.4, 3.5 V6, and 3.6 V6. Sorry to burst anyone's bubble, but the 2.4 and 3.5 are (to the best of my knowledge) still only getting the 4-speed, while the 3.6 gets the 6-speed.

[mjd1001]

I am not sure I like how the back end looks in the pictures...and I also wish the vehicle looked like it had a wider stance.

With that said, I can live with those things as well as they do the rest right.

If I can get a Redline with close to 300hp with the 6 speed automatic, I'd be happy. I think 18inch or higher wheels on a redline version would make this look good enough to put on our short list of things to buy.

[Gizhost]

Holden Vue