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2008-2010 Saturn Vue MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 17–28 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2008-2010 Saturn Vue at a glance
The 2008-2010 Saturn Vue covers 3 model years in the EPA database (22 configurations in all), rated 17–28 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $2,330 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (28 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2009 and 2010.
2008-2010 Saturn Vue by model year
What the 2010 Vue 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$248
$2,970 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.95
Per 100 miles
$19.80
Five years
$14,850
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$660less a year
Class median $3,630 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Saturn Vue MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vue 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
2009 Saturn Vue MPG
18–28 MPG · $2,330–$3,630/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vue 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Hybrid 3.6L 6-cyl | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 27 | 30 | 28 | $2,330 |
2008 Saturn Vue MPG
17–28 MPG · $2,330–$3,840/yr
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vue 2.4L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 3.6L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Vue 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Vue 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $3,840 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Vue 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $4,040 in California and $2,590 in Texas, a $1,450 difference.
- California $4,040
- Washington $3,740
- New York $2,970
- Florida $2,810
- Texas $2,590
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2002-2007 (1st gen)
- 2008-2010 (2nd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2008-2010 Saturn Vue get?
EPA rates the 2008-2010 Saturn Vue at 17–28 MPG combined across 22 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 28 MPG (25 city, 32 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 17–22 MPG; Hybrid: 28 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2008-2010 Saturn Vue?
Every model year of the 2008-2010 Saturn Vue tops out at 28 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2008-2010 Saturn Vue?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2009 and 2010.
How does the 2008-2010 Saturn Vue compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2002-2007 Saturn Vue) is rated 19–26 MPG combined and costs $2,510–$3,440 a year to fuel; the 2008-2010 model is rated 17–28 MPG and costs $2,330–$3,840 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Saturn Vue per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Vue 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,970 a year. Across all 7 configurations the cost runs $2,330–$3,440 a year. That is a $1,110 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Saturn Vue 100 miles?
About $19.80 per 100 miles for the Vue 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.53 and $22.93 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2010 Saturn Vue compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Vue 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,970 a year to fuel, $660 less than the class median of $3,630, and less than 7 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 301 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Saturn Vue hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid 2.4L 4-cyl FWD) is rated 28 MPG against 22 MPG for the best gas version (Vue 2.4L 4-cyl FWD), 6 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $2,330 versus $2,970 a year, a saving of $640.
Is the 2010 Saturn Vue different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330. EPA lists 7 configurations for 2010 against 8 configurations for 2009. See the 2009 Saturn Vue for that year.