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| Brushed nickel trim
now decorates the interior, providing a more expensive look
combined with new silver-faced gauges. On the other hand,
flashing from the molding process can be seen and felt around
the interior. The seats are roomy and comfortable. 2008 2009 Saturn L
Series Wagon designed them to provide big-car accommodations
without a sofa-like experience. As a result, they are supportive
without being restrictive. The steering wheel is nicely
contoured with finger grips and feels good to the touch, as do
other interior surfaces. The steering wheel spokes are set low
at each side, which allows for easy use of the correct 3 o'clock
and 9 o'clock hand positions. Wood trim in the center dash area
looks out of place, however, and the two-tone door trim and
mouse fur roof liner are not up to the standards of this class.
The sound system is located above the heating, ventilation and
air conditioning controls. Audio controls are nice big, clearly
labeled knobs that are easy to operate while driving. Driver and
front passenger airbags are standard, of course, but so are
front and rear side curtain airbags, a feature not even optional
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 For 2008 2009, the plain faces of the earlier models have been replaced with a grille with more flash and a brighter Saturn badge. The grille lattice, if one looks closely, is formed from small arcs of the Saturn planet-and-ring logo. At either end of the grille are standard projector beam headlamps with clear lenses framed by chrome trim. Optional fog lamps are inset in the new front fascia. 2008 2009 also brings a higher hood to the keyword cars.
2008 2009 Saturn L Series Wagon is based on the same structure as the Opel Vectra. Unlike Saturn's smaller S-series sedans and coupes, The 2008 2009 Saturn L Series Wagon cars use steel for the rear fenders and trunk lid. Saturn engineers felt that a large car demands a large cargo area and that this area must have the added rigidity of steel. When refueling we noticed that the fuel filler door is plastic and feels flimsy, though it may well be quite durable. |
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Echoing
the changes to the exterior, The 2008 2009 Saturn L Series Wagon is dressed up as
well. Head-curtain airbags, automatic headlamps and ABS with traction control
are standard on all models. Options include On Star and a DVD entertainment
center that's a segment exclusive. Floor mats and anti-lock brakes are
optional, however. Saturn's legendary customer service also remains, a key
attraction for buyers who want a pleasant buying experience and a friendly
service. For 2008 2009, the Saturn L-Series is streamlined with two versions of the
sedan and two versions of the wagon.