Pontiac G5 vs Saturn Ion
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 Saturn Ion
Overview
| Spec | Pontiac G5Base | Saturn Ion2 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 2 |
| Body style | Coupe | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Pontiac G5Base | Saturn Ion2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,980 | $12,300 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Pontiac G5Base | Saturn Ion2 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 32 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13 gal | 13 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Pontiac G5Base | Saturn Ion2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp (best) | 145 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft | 150 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.2 L | 2.2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Pontiac G5Base | Saturn Ion2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13.9 cu ft | 14.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 2,752 lbs | 2,752 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.4 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in (best) | 103.2 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 184.5 in (best) |
| Width | 67.5 in (best) | 67.2 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 57.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Pontiac G5Base | Saturn Ion2 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | 5 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Pontiac G5 | Saturn Ion |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $16,980 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2 $12,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GT $20,280 MSRP | 2 $13,200 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 2 $13,300 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 2 $14,200 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 3 $14,700 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 3 $15,600 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 3 $16,000 MSRP |
| 8 | — | 3 $16,900 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Red Line $19,900 MSRP |
Pontiac G5 vs Saturn Ion FAQ
- Which is better: 2009 Pontiac G5 or 2007 Saturn Ion?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Pontiac G5 vs 2007 Saturn Ion on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2009 Pontiac G5 or 2007 Saturn Ion?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2007 Saturn Ion starts lower at $12,300.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Pontiac G5 or 2007 Saturn Ion?
- The 2007 Saturn Ion leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (12,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 Pontiac G5 or 2007 Saturn Ion?
- The 2009 Pontiac G5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2009 Pontiac G5 or 2007 Saturn Ion?
- The 2007 Saturn Ion leads on horsepower in this comparison (205).