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2003-2007 Saturn Ion MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 23–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 small car configurations, MY2007. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2003-2007 Saturn Ion at a glance
The 2003-2007 Saturn Ion covers 5 model years in the EPA database (20 configurations in all), rated 23–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2007, costs about $2,510 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD (26 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. The best combined rating in the generation, 26 MPG, was reached in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2003-2007 Saturn Ion by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Gas | 23–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 23–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 23–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 23–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 24–25 MPG | $2,610–$2,720 | First year |
What the 2007 Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$209
$2,510 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.18
Per 100 miles
$16.73
Five years
$12,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$1,140less a year
Class median $3,650 a year, MY2007
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Saturn Ion MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Ion 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,210 |
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Ion 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Ion 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Saturn Ion MPG
23–26 MPG · $2,510–$3,490/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Ion 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,210 |
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Ion 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Ion 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Saturn Ion MPG
23–26 MPG · $2,510–$3,490/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Ion 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Saturn Ion MPG
23–26 MPG · $2,510–$3,490/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,610 to $2,510, $100 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 5-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Ion 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | 2.0L 4-cyl supercharged | FWD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $3,490 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Saturn Ion MPG
24–25 MPG · $2,610–$2,720/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 5-spd | 2.2L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD: $3,420 in California and $2,190 in Texas, a $1,230 difference.
- California $3,420
- Washington $3,170
- New York $2,510
- Florida $2,370
- Texas $2,190
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2007 small car models.
Generations
- 2003-2007 (2003)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2003-2007 Saturn Ion get?
EPA rates the 2003-2007 Saturn Ion at 23–26 MPG combined across 20 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2007 Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 26 MPG (23 city, 32 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2003-2007 Saturn Ion?
The Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 26 MPG, in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. The lowest top rating, 25 MPG, was in 2003.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2003-2007 Saturn Ion?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2007 Saturn Ion per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,510 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $2,510–$3,490 a year. That is a $980 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2007 Saturn Ion 100 miles?
About $16.73 per 100 miles for the Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $16.73 and $23.27 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2007 Saturn Ion more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD is rated 23 city and 32 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2007 Saturn Ion compare with other small car configurations?
The Ion 2.2L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,510 a year to fuel, $1,140 less than the class median of $3,650, and less than 9 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 262 rated small car configurations for MY2007, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2007 Saturn Ion different from the 2006 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2007 against 5 configurations for 2006. See the 2006 Saturn Ion for that year.