Does AWD lower gas mileage?
An AWD vehicle typically gets fewer mpg of gasoline than a comparable front- or rear-wheel-drive vehicle, so it pays to shop for a model that gets top fuel economy.
What rpms get the best gas mileage?
For economy’s sake, it’s generally wise to remain below 3,000 rpm most of the time and to shift into the next gear before the engine gets much beyond its optimum rpm level. Too low an engine speed does nothing for your finances, so running below 1,500 isn’t ordinarily a good idea.
What is the most fuel-efficient AWD vehicle?
Best MPG AWD Cars with Automatic Transmissions: Subaru Impreza. The Subaru Impreza is the most fuel-efficient vehicle you can buy with an all-wheel-drive system, rated to get 27 mpg in the city, 36 mpg on the highway, and 30 mpg in combined driving when equipped with a Lineartronic continuously variable transmission.
What kind of problem does my Saturn Vue have?
WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH OUR 2005 SATURN VUE V6 AWD. WE BROUGHT THE CAR SEVERAL TIMES ALREADY FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, WE PAID $$ TO HAVE THE CAR SERVICED AT A SATURN LOCATION, ONLY TO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM COMING BACK AGAIN AND AGAIN. THE CAR MAKES A LOUD NOISE WHEN IT’S MOVING ABOVE 25-40MPH. NO NOISE WHEN THE ENGINE RUNS AND THE CAR IS NOT MOVING.
What kind of transmission does a 2004 Saturn Vue have?
My cousin has a 2004 Vue with the variable transmission. She has 56,000 miles on it. Backing out of the driveway last week and it simply would not move, forward or back. She called the dealer, who towed it the 1 1/2 hrs to the ‘local’ dealer and she feared the worst knowing she couldn’t afford to replace the transmission.
Why does my Saturn Vue make a chirping sound?
OR IS THERE A BETTER WAY FOR ONE SATURN TECHNICIAN TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM WITH OUR 2005 VUE V6- AWD. THANKS. Well, the dealer thinks they have finally found the problem of my “chirping” sound. It is the air conditioning unit specifically the clutch.
Why does my 05 Vue make a noise?
If anyone else is experiencing from end noise, check that. We have had similar noises with our 05 vue, awd v6. A vibration that comes and goes at speeds around 25-45mph. We took it in 3 times and they couldn’t find anything wrong with it. Now we are out of warranty, 45k miles, and they say it is the torque converter.
What kind of engine does a Saturn Vue have?
Transmission, 6-speed automatic (Requires (LY7) 3.6L V6 SFI engine or (LZ4) 3.5L V6 SFI engine) Glass, Solar-Ray deep-tinted (all windows except light tinted glass on windshield, driver and front passenger) Audio system, AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player and auxiliary input jack XM Radio.
Why does my Saturn Vue come out of drive?
We have a 2004 with the 3.5 Honda engine and it comes out of drive sometimes. It only happens when stopped and the you push the gas to go it just revs up and doesn’t move, if i shift into N and then back it drives but the CE light comes on and it runs rough.
How long does a Saturn Vue transmission last?
I have now officially changed my thoughts. I have a 2003 Saturn Vue cylinder and thank god I had the extended warrenty for 100,000….Cause my transmission went at 97,000. They replaced it, with a bad transmission…the new warrentty they give you is only 12,000 or 1 year. .
What are the safety features of a Saturn Vue?
Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. See the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.) Automatic Occupant Sensing System sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger (Not available with (ATY) rear seat delete.)