Saturn Trots Out The Turbo Sky Red Line For Dessert 2011

The difference is clearly noticeable and While the Sky Roadster lopes to 60 mph from a standstill in about 7.2 seconds, the Red Line sprints it in about 5.5 seconds. Peak torque is also up by 94 foot pounds to 260. At 260 horsepower, the Saturn Sky RedLine has 83 more ponies under its hydro formed hood than the normally aspirated Saturn Sky Roadster . The fuel is burned more completely and at a lower temperature; consequently, less fuel is needed. Enhancing power and fuel economy, direct injection mixes the fuel and air in the combustion chamber rather than in an intake manifold or port. A new engine, this is the first North American application of direct fuel injection by General Motors. Topping the list of differences is the Red Line's extra firepower thanks to its turbocharged Ecotec four. There are differences and there are similarities, but basically the Sky Roadster is hot while the Red Line is on fire. Saturn Sky PictureThat's the sort of predicament more than a few shoppers will face in Saturn showrooms this winter when the Red Line arrives to join the Sky Roadster. It's tough to concentrate on the meat and potatoes when 2 feet away a guy in a tuxedo is setting your ice cream topping on fire. The main course in this case is its hot looking two seat Saturn Sky Roadster while the turbo charged Sky RedLine plays the role of dessert. Barely giving us time to fork a bite or two of the main course into our mouths, Saturn has trotted out the bananas Foster.

New Saturn sky red line 2011

On the other hand, if off the line velocity is a That heftier bottom line buys a lot; but if you don't want to spend it, the Saturn Sky Roadster is plenty of automobile. At $27,295 the Saturn Sky RedLine is $3,605 pricier than the Saturn Sky Roadster . Saturn already can't keep up with demand; so whichever version you choose, expect to stand in line. Making a choice between these models will boil down to cost and performance needs.

Visibility isn't optimal to the rear when the top in its raised position, but that's about par for the course, especially in smaller roadsters. It is remarkably sound resistant and watertight when raised. It fits neatly out of sight into the trunk when lowered. Despite its layer of sound insulation, it is light and easy to raise or lower. The convertible top on both models is manually operated.

Sure, it has Red Line seatback and floor mat embroidery, stainless-steel pedal covers, metallic sill plates and Red Line specific gauges; but it also features a leather wrapped steering wheel with redundant audio controls, the aforementioned traction control button and a digital turbo boost gauge. The Red Line's interior changes aren't simply cosmetic. The seats are well bolstered and all the controls are close at hand. The cockpit, however, is as roomy as anything in this class.

What little room there is in the trunk is mostly consumed by the top when it is lowered. Forget the golf clubs. Both Sky Roadster and Red Line are cargo space challenged. Most available interior space is devoted to the passenger area.