Saturn SL vs Saturn SL1
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Saturn SL1
Overview
| Spec | Saturn SLSL | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SL | SL1 |
| Body style | Sedan | 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 | 2002 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Saturn SLSL | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $10,570 (best) | $12,030 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Saturn SLSL | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 36 MPG | 36 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12.1 gal | 12.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Saturn SLSL | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 100 hp |
| Torque | 114 lb-ft | 114 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.9 L | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Saturn SLSL | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Curb weight | 2,351 lbs | 2,351 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in | 5.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 102.4 in |
| Length | 178.1 in | 178.1 in |
| Width | 66.4 in | 66.4 in |
| Height | 55 in | 55 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Saturn SLSL | Saturn SL1SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Saturn SL | Saturn SL1 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SL $10,570 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SL1 $12,030 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | SL1 $12,890 MSRP |