When did the new Saturn Astra come out?
Still fresh from its 2008 model year debut, when it challenged the North American compact car market with sporty looks, European driving performance and a long list of standard equipment, the 2009 Saturn Astra delivers targeted enhancements that make it an even stronger contender in the segment.
Is there a sunroof on a 2008 Saturn Astra?
A large sunroof is an option for both four-door trims, and 18-inch wheels with high-performance tires are offered for the two-door XR only. The 2008 Saturn Astra is an all-new model. It replaces the Ion in Saturn’s small-car lineup.
How big is the engine on a Saturn Astra?
Compared to a Mazda 3 hatchback, one of the more established models in the small car segment, the four-door Astra is about 6 inches shorter. There’s only one engine available for now, a 1.8-liter four-cylinder making 140 horsepower. (It’s likely that Saturn will debut a more powerful Red Line version in the next year or two.)
Who is the owner of the 2008 Saturn Astra?
2008 Saturn Astra Owner ManualM SATURN and the SATURN Emblem are registered trademarks, and the name ASTRA is a trademark of Saturn Corporation. GENERAL MOTORS and GM are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed.
What kind of car is the 2008 Saturn Astra?
From the L.A. Auto Show, Cars.com’s Joe Wiesenfelder walks you through the 2008 Saturn Astra. Saturn’s new Astra hatchback delivers a distinctly European driving experience.
What kind of car is the Astra hatchback?
Saturn’s new Astra hatchback delivers a distinctly European driving experience. If you’re familiar with this Saturn’s origins — it’s a product of GM’s Opel brand in Europe — that probably won’t come as a surprise to you, but it sure might to a number of Saturn buyers who come strolling into a dealership for a test drive.
How much does a Saturn Astra XR cost?
Our Salsa Red five-door Saturn Astra XR came equipped with 17-inch wheels, leather seating surfaces and an enormous dual-panel sunroof that brought the price tag to $21,955.
Is there a 4 door version of the Saturn Astra?
The XR trim is the only version of the two-door Astra, so if you don’t want the sport suspension you have to choose a four-door. Even though the suspension communicates every bump and hole in the road to the cabin, the Astra didn’t suffer from any squeaks or rattles.