Saturn Ion vs. Toyota Yaris
In comparing the Saturn Ion's and the Toyota Yaris's specifications and ratings, the Saturn Ion has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Saturn Ion's and the Toyota Yaris's specifications and ratings, the Saturn Ion is a better car than the Toyota Yaris.
Saturn Ion vs. Toyota Yaris Pricing
A used 2007 Saturn Ion ranges from $2,392 to $9,933 while a used 2007 Toyota Yaris is priced between $3,991 to $9,989.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Saturn Ion’s base engine makes 145 horsepower, and the Toyota Yaris base engine makes 106 horsepower. The Ion is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles. The Yaris is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 400 miles.This gives the Toyota Yaris the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Saturn Ion the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Saturn Ion has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Toyota Yaris has the advantage in the area of rear leg room. The Saturn Ion and Toyota Yaris are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota Yaris has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2392 - 9933
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3991 - 9989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.334883
Saturn Ion Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Yaris Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.307462 / 10
Reliability:
9.122388 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Saturn Ion Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota Yaris Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 17Ranking
14 out of / 17Ranking
16 out of / 17Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Ranking
39 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Saturn Ion Trim Levels
Not yet available
Toyota Yaris Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
145 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
106 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
103 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
299 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 36 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 400 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Navigation System:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2752 lbs
Width:
67.2 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2293 lbs
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
169.3 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/60R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/65R14