Description

For 2007, the Ion's Ecotec 2.2-liter four-cylinder generates 145 horsepower and 150 pounds-feet of torque. An optional 2.4-liter engine with variable valve timing makes 175 hp and 164 pounds-feet of torque, and a Deep Blue exterior color replaces Laser Blue. Saturn joined the hot compact arena in 2004 with a new Red Line edition of the Ion Quad Coupe. Rather than the usual 145-hp four-cylinder, the Ion Red Line Quad Coupe is equipped with a supercharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that develops 205 hp; it drives a five-speed manual transmission. In addition to other styling cues, these potent Ions feature a performance-tuned suspension. The Ion is available in both Ion 2 and Ion 3 sedans and Quad Coupes, as well as the Red Line. The Ion 1 sedan was discontinued in 2006.