Saturn Outlook
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| Manufacturer: | General Motors |
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| Production: | 2008-present |
| Predecessor: | Saturn Relay |
| Class: | Full-size crossover SUV |
| Platform: | FF/AWD Lambda |
| Engine: | 3.6 L LY7 V6 |
| Transmission: | 6-speed 6T70 automatic |
| Related: | Buick Enclave GMC Acadia |
| Similar: | Chrysler Pacifica Ford Freestyle Honda Pilot |
The Saturn Outlook is a mid-sized SUV which debuted at the New York International Auto Show. It goes on sale in early 2007 for the 2007 model year, at the same time as the competiting Hyundai Veracruz and Mazda CX-9. It replaces the struggling Relay minivan, which will be discontinued in 2007. The Outlook is based on the new GM Lambda platform, which it shares with the GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave.
[edit] Driveline
The Outlook will be powered by the 3.6 L DOHC 24-valve HFV6 engine with variable valve timing, available in two versions:
- XE - 270 hp (198 kW) and 244 lb-ft (331 Nm) of torque
- XR - 275 hp (199 kW) and 247 lb-ft (335 Nm) of torque (dual exhaust)
Both versions will use the Hydra-Matic 6T75 six-speed automatic transmission. The Outlook will be available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
| Trim | Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission |
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| XE | 3.6 L LY7 V6 | 270 hp (198 kW) | 244 ft·lbf (331 N·m) | 6-speed 6T70 |
| XR | 3.6 L LY7 V6 | 275 hp (199 kW) | 247 ft·lbf (335 N·m) |
[edit] Seating configuration
The Outlook, thanks to its impressive dimensions, offers generous interior space with the ability to seat eight in a three-row setting. The front row consists of two bucket seats, and the second row will be available as either a 60/40 split-folding three-passenger bench seat or two individual "captain chairs". The third row is invariably a 60/40 split-folding three-passenger bench seat.
In the press release accompanying the Outlook's launch, GM emphasized the "industry first" SmartSlide second row. In case of both bench seat or captain chairs, the seat cushion flips forward while the seat is being slid forward, which allows for "compression" of the space used by the seat in the foremost position. If the third seat is folded, this allows for expansion of the cargo area. The system also allows for fore-aft adjustment of the middle seat to change the spacing between the second and third-row seats for optimization of passengers' legroom.
[edit] Manufacturing and marketing
The Outlook, along with the other Lambda-based vehicles, will be built in the Delta Township Assembly plant near Lansing, Michigan. Production will start in the fourth quarter of 2006. The Saturn brand is currently represented only in the USA and Canada; it has not been confirmed whether it will be sold in other markets under the Saturn brand or any other brand.
The first preproduction Outlook rolled off the assembly line at the Delta Township plant on May 24, 2006.
[edit] External links
- Saturn OUTLOOK site
- Saturn Outlook Press Release from GM
- Saturn Outlook discussion forum at GMInsideNews.com
- Preproduction Outlook Rolls off the Assembly Line
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