The 2009 Saturn Outlook comes in two models, XE and XR, each with front-wheel-drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). Both models have a 3.6-liter V6 engine. It makes 281 horsepower in the XE and 288 horsepower in the XR, which adds dual exhaust. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard.
Outlook XE ($30,625) and XE AWD ($32,625) come with cloth upholstery, front and rear air conditioning, three-passenger 60/40 split second-row bench seat, three-passenger 60/40 split third-row bench seat, cruise control, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power mirrors, power locks, power windows, remote keyless entry, one year of OnStar Assistance, one year of XM Satellite Radio, AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six speakers, outside temperature display, automatic headlights, rear spoiler, and P255/65R18 tires on painted alloy wheels.
Options exclusive to XE consist of a Preferred package ($870) with a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, an eight-way power driver’s seat, heated power mirrors with integrated turn signals, a Bluetooth wireless cell phone link, bodyside moldings, and roof rails; and a Premium Trim package ($1675) with leather upholstery and heated front seats.
Outlook XR ($34,450) and XR AWD ($36,450) add leather upholstery, heated front seats, eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar adjustment, dual-zone automatic climate control, wood grain interior trim, power driver's seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, auto-dimming rearview mirror, compass, heated exterior mirrors with turn signals, universal garage door opener, trip computer, Bluetooth wireless cell phone link, roof rails, and fog lights.
Options exclusive to XR include an Enhanced Convenience package ($690) with a four-way power front passenger seat, memory for the driver’s seat and mirrors, power-folding auto-dimming driver’s side mirror, and automatic up/down front windows; a Touring package ($1345) with chrome exhaust tips, P255/55R20 tires and polished alloy wheels; a navigation system ($2340) with real-time traffic information and a rearview camera; HID headlights ($500); and a second-row center console ($300).
Options for both models include a Bose surround sound audio package ($860 XR, $935 XE) with nine speakers, rear radio controls, a 115-volt power outlet and, for XE, dual-zone automatic climate control; a Convenience package ($970 XE, $1370 XR) with rear park assist, a rearview camera, auto-dimming rearview mirror, remote engine starting, heated washer fluid, and, for XR, a power liftgate; an Outdoor Adventure package ($1085) with a cargo mat, side steps, mud guards, and a roof rack; second-row captain's chairs ($495); a Trailering package ($495) including a heavy-duty engine cooling system, harness and hitch; a rear DVD entertainment system ($1295); a dual-panel sunroof ($1400); 19-inch chrome wheels ($2029), crossbars for the roof rails ($213), remote engine starting ($260); and a rear cargo cover ($130).
Safety equipment on both models includes dual-stage frontal airbags, side-impact airbags in front, full-length side curtain airbags with rollover deployment, tire-pressure monitor, ABS with Brake Assist, traction control, and StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover mitigation. The optional rear park assist and rearview camera enhance safety when backing up. All-wheel drive improves safety in wintry conditions. The Outlook has earned five-star front and side crash ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.