Model year guide

2009 Saturn Sky

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Saturn Sky is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2009 Saturn Sky — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Saturn Sky at a glance

Owner complaints46
Combined21–22 mpg
Typical price$13,399

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Saturn Sky common problems

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2009 Saturn Sky MPG & running costs

Combined21–22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,338

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2009 Saturn Sky worth?

Low
$11,200
Typical price
$13,399
High
$18,995

From 6 comparable 2009 Saturn Sky listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Saturn Sky costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,690
Fuel only$16,690
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Saturn Sky trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Red Line
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl 260 hp

2009 Saturn Sky vehicles on record

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Other Saturn Sky model years

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2009 Saturn Sky — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Saturn Sky?

Owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, service brakes, exterior lighting.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Saturn Sky get?

The 2009 Saturn Sky has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2009 Saturn Sky worth?

Comparable 2009 Saturn Sky listings run roughly $11,200–$18,995, typically around $13,399 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.