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Saturn SC G127 1.9i 16V (126 Hp)
Overall Rating
Saturn SC:
The Saturn S-Series is a family of compact cars from the Saturn automobile company of General Motors. With this car, Saturn pioneered their brand-wide "no-haggle" sales technique.
Its automobile platform, the Z-body, developed in-house at Saturn and sharing little with other General Motors platforms, used a spaceframe design. Pioneered on the Pontiac Fiero during the 1980s, the spaceframe used non-load-carrying plastic side panels. These polymer panels were dent-resistant, something that remained Saturn's unique selling proposition until a few years before the brand was discontinued....(Read more on Wikipedia)
G127 Overview:
Saturn SC (G127). With 165 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1083 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Saturn SC G127 was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety standards of the era were significantly different from modern vehicles, and specific crash test data for this generation is not readily available from Euro NCAP.
1.9i 16V (126 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A noticeable improvement in power, providing more confident acceleration and better highway cruising capabilities for a sportier feel.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the base model, but still offers reasonable economy for the added performance.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Durable polymer body panels resistant to dents
- • Good fuel economy for its class
- • Unique sales and service experience (at the time)
- • Relatively lightweight and agile handling
- • Affordable and practical compact coupe
Cons:
- • Interior quality could be basic
- • Limited rear seat space
- • Engine noise can be noticeable at higher RPMs
- • Aging design and technology
- • Parts availability can be challenging for older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(G127: 1990 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Saturn |
| Model: | SC |
| Generation: | G127 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9i 16V (126 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 126 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.3 Hp/l [65mm more] |
| Torque: | 165 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LL0 More details about the engine LL0 |
| Engine displacement: | 1901 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 152.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1083 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 320 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 49 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4465 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Width: | 1716 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1286 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1443 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1422 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R15 H |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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