Saturn VUE Towing Capacity (2003 - 2010)

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Saturn VUE Towing Capacity Overview

The Saturn VUE towing capacity ranges between 1,500 lbs. and 3,500 lbs across various years and trims.

For instance, the 2010 Saturn VUE has a minimum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs, while the 2010 Saturn VUE has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.

Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Saturn VUE.

Saturn VUE Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2010XE (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
2010XR (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
2010XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIFWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2009XE (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
2009XE3,500 lbs3.5L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto222 HP / 219 ft/lbs
2009XR (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
2009XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIFWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2009XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2009Green Line (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec HybridFWD / 4 Spd Auto For Hybrid172 HP / 167 ft/lbs
2008Green Line (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec HybridFWD / 4 Spd Auto For Hybrid172 HP / 167 ft/lbs
2008XE (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
2008XE3,500 lbs3.5L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto222 HP / 219 ft/lbs
2008XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIFWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2008XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
2003(4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.2L I4 (134) DOHC SEFI 16-Valve AluminumFWD / 5 Spd Manual W/4Th & 5Th Gear Od143 HP / 152 ft/lbs
20032,500 lbs3.0L V6 (181) DOHC SEFI 24-ValveFWD / 5 Spd Auto181 HP / 195 ft/lbs
2003(4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.2L I4 (134) DOHC SEFI 16-Valve AluminumAWD / Vti Continuously Variable143 HP / 152 ft/lbs
20032,500 lbs3.0L V6 (181) DOHC SEFI 24-ValveAWD / 5 Spd Auto181 HP / 195 ft/lbs
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Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

Saturn VUE Towing Capacity: Jump To Model Year

2010's

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2010 Saturn VUE Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2010 Saturn VUE towing capacity is between 1,500 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2010 Saturn VUE Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
XE (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
XR (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIFWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2009 Saturn VUE Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2009 Saturn VUE towing capacity is between 1,500 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2009 Saturn VUE Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
XE (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
XE3,500 lbs3.5L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto222 HP / 219 ft/lbs
XR (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIFWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
Green Line (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec HybridFWD / 4 Spd Auto For Hybrid172 HP / 167 ft/lbs

2008 Saturn VUE Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2008 Saturn VUE towing capacity is between 1,500 lbs. and 3,500 lbs.

2008 Saturn VUE Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Green Line (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec HybridFWD / 4 Spd Auto For Hybrid172 HP / 167 ft/lbs
XE (4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.4L I4 Ecotec MFIFWD / 4 Spd Auto169 HP / 161 ft/lbs
XE3,500 lbs3.5L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto222 HP / 219 ft/lbs
XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIFWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs
XR3,500 lbs3.6L V6 SFIAWD / 6 Spd Auto257 HP / 248 ft/lbs

2003 Saturn VUE Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2003 Saturn VUE towing capacity is between 1,500 lbs. and 2,500 lbs.

2003 Saturn VUE Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
(4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.2L I4 (134) DOHC SEFI 16-Valve AluminumFWD / 5 Spd Manual W/4Th & 5Th Gear Od143 HP / 152 ft/lbs
2,500 lbs3.0L V6 (181) DOHC SEFI 24-ValveFWD / 5 Spd Auto181 HP / 195 ft/lbs
(4 Cyl)1,500 lbs2.2L I4 (134) DOHC SEFI 16-Valve AluminumAWD / Vti Continuously Variable143 HP / 152 ft/lbs
2,500 lbs3.0L V6 (181) DOHC SEFI 24-ValveAWD / 5 Spd Auto181 HP / 195 ft/lbs

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