Pontiac Solstice vs Saturn Sky
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Saturn Sky
Overview
| Spec | Pontiac SolsticeBase | Saturn SkyBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Pontiac SolsticeBase | Saturn SkyBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,275 (best) | $27,595 |
| Lowest listing price | $8,999 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $11,421 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $13,843 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Pontiac SolsticeBase | Saturn SkyBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13 gal | 13 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Pontiac SolsticeBase | Saturn SkyBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 173 hp | 173 hp |
| Torque | 167 lb-ft | 167 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Pontiac SolsticeBase | Saturn SkyBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 5.4 cu ft | 5.4 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,860 lbs (best) | 2,933 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 95.1 in |
| Length | 157.2 in | 161.1 in (best) |
| Width | 71.3 in | 71.4 in (best) |
| Height | 50.1 in | 50.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Pontiac SolsticeBase | Saturn SkyBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 3 |
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 Solstice | Saturn Sky |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $24,275 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $27,595 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $26,225 MSRP | Red Line $31,905 MSRP |
| 3 | GXP $29,485 MSRP | Red Line Ruby Red SE $33,110 MSRP |
| 4 | GXP $30,375 MSRP | Red Line Hydro Blue Limited Edition $33,680 MSRP |
Live inventory
Pontiac Solstice vs Saturn Sky FAQ
- Which is better: 2009 Pontiac Solstice or 2009 Saturn Sky?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Pontiac Solstice vs 2009 Saturn Sky 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 Solstice or 2009 Saturn Sky?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Pontiac Solstice starts lower at $24,275. Live Pontiac Solstice listings start at $8,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Pontiac Solstice or 2009 Saturn Sky?
- The 2009 Pontiac Solstice leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,275).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2009 Pontiac Solstice vs 2009 Saturn Sky?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Pontiac Solstice (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).