The 2007 Saturn Outlook comes in two models, the XE and XR. Both use GM's new 3.6-liter V6 engine with variable valve timing, making a strong 270 horsepower in the XE and 275 horsepower in the XR, thanks to its dual exhaust; they use a new six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive comes standard, with all-wheel drive optional ($2000).
Standard equipment on the XE ($27,255) includes cloth seating for eight passengers, air conditioning, cruise control, power locks, windows and keyless entry, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS/EBD, OnStar for one year, 18-inch painted alloy wheels, driver information center, and an AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system with six speakers.
The XR ($29,555) adds 18-inch machined alloy wheels, foglamps, wood grain interior trim, power driver's seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass, and universal garage door opener. Options include leather for the first two rows with heated front seats ($1275) and a navigation system ($2145).
Safety equipment on both models includes the anti-lock disc brakes, electronic stability control (StabiliTrak), dual-stage frontal airbags, side-impact airbags in front, huge full-length airbag curtains, and a tire pressure monitor. The Outlook has earned a five-star crash rating from NHTSA.
Options for both models include a 10-speaker sound system ($880), HID headlamps ($500), captain's chairs for the second row ($495), Preferred Package including power adjustable driver's seat and chrome roof rails ($505), Trailering Package including heavy-duty engine cooling system, harness and hitch ($425), DVD entertainment system ($1295), sunroof ($1300), 19-inch chrome wheels ($2029), crossbars for the roof rails ($213), remote starter ($235), XM satellite radio for one year ($199), and packages offering such things as a power liftgate and rear parking assist: a beeper, but no video camera.