2006 Saturn Ion Eagle

Exterior, , Ions use space-frame construction and wear polymer bodyside panels for dent and rust resistance. Ions ride on a 103.2-inch wheelbase; sedans are 57.4 inches high, while the Quad Coupe stands 56 inches tall. Tires come in 15- and 16-inch sizes, but the Red Line rolls on 17-inchers. , , , Interior, , Each Ion sedan can hold up to five people; the coupe can seat up to four. Both body styles have flat-folding rear seats. The sedan's trunk holds 14.7 cubic feet of cargo, which is slightly more than the coupe's capacity of 14.2 cubic feet., , The center instrument panel, which includes the speedometer, is angled slightly to the left and is designed to let the driver's eyes remain closer to the horizon. Only a few vehicles, including the Toyota Echo, have this layout. For 2006, it's been revised for enhanced appearance and additional storage space. An anti-theft engine immobilizer and General Motors' OnStar communication system are standard. An in-dash six-CD changer, remote keyless entry and XM Satellite Radio are optional. , , , Under the Hood, , Fitted with dual balance shafts that are intended to yield quieter operation, the Ion's Ecotec 2.2-liter four-cylinder generates 140 hp. Ions can have either a five-speed-manual gearbox or a four-speed-automatic transmission. An optional larger Ecotec engine joins the list for 2006. Displacing 2.4 liters, it features variable valve timing, higher-pressure fuel injectors and a higher compression ratio to make 170 hp, but Saturn recommends that it use premium fuel instead of the base engine's regular gasoline. It's offered in a package that includes a sport-tuned suspension, traction control and an antilock braking system. A 205-hp, supercharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder powers the Red Line Quad Coupe, which only comes with a five-speed manual. , , Safety, , Dual-stage front airbags, front seat belt pretensioners and LATCH child-safety seat anchors are standard. Side curtain-type airbags, traction control and antilock brakes , , Convenience Features, , Air conditioning , Power windows , Tilt steering wheel , Rear cupholders , Front cupholders , Emergency communication system , Speed control , Entertainment Features , AM/FM radio , MP3 capability , CD player , Speakers , 4 , Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation , Fully automatic headlights , Delay-off headlights , Front fog lights , Rear window defroster , Tachometer , Variably intermittent wipers , Powertrain , Cylinder configuration:I-4 , Fuel tank capacity:13.0gal. , Number of valves:16 , Drive type:front-wheel, 140hp @ 5,600RPM, Regular unleaded, 145 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM , Front wheel independent suspension , Power steering , Speed-sensing steering , Alloy wheels , Front seats:bucket , Rear seats:bench , Front center armrest , Split folding rear seat ,