Saturn L-Series vs. Ford Escape Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Saturn L-Series or Ford Escape reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Saturn L-Series and the Ford Escape truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Saturn L-Series and Ford Escape reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Saturn L-Series and the Ford Escape were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Saturn L-Series and the Ford Escape have been recently.
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Saturn L-Series Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Saturn L-Series
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| Reliability and Durability of the Saturn L-Series: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 135-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very reliable. I can count on one hand how many times the car needed to be in the shop for more than one day (other than for maintenance work). Earlier in my ownership, I did not take very good care. 6 years later, and with better maintenance on my part, it is still running strong. 10 years old, 164,000 miles, and no major mechanical repairs. |
| 2000 | 4dr Sedan 137-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Engine and transmission have been highly reliable. Over 182,000 miles with only regular maintenance and one warranty to replace an ignition module. Tires have always worn well. |
| Reliability and Durability of the Saturn L-Series: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
This has been the most expensive car I have ever owned to keep maintained, many things have broken that have never broken on any other car i have ever owned, this would be an annoyance except for the fact that parts are not available , no front struts, no door seals, I am told that I have oddball sized tires, an exhaust system that leaks ( I think from bad design and cheap materials) , I had the exhaust repaired because at 50,000 miles the only supply was the dealer at a cost of$1,300 for just the two front pipes, that would fail in 50,000 miles. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Incredibly poor reliability on my car. Two steering gears, three body control modules, a fuel pump, a thermostat, new axle seals. ALL of this happened prior to 50,000 miles. Cost me a lot of $$$ !! NOT impressed by this. Runs great...when it runs! |
| 2000 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Overall, my car has been reliable. The problem is that some of theparts can be expensive and/or hard to find. Thankfully, I have been able to do some of the repairs and maintenance myself which has saved a lot of money. |
| 2000 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
First model year, suspension needs complete overhaul due to design flaws, not many part failures but if the timing belt breaks the car is garbage. Many little expensive issues. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Escape Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the Ford Escape.
