Does the 2006 Saturn Ion need premium gas?
It depends on the trim. Some versions take premium and some take regular — check your exact engine/transmission below.
| Trim (engine / transmission) | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD | REGULAR | 26 | $2,400 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, FWD | REGULAR | 24 | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD | PREMIUM | 25 | $3,100 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, FWD | PREMIUM | 24 | $3,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD | PREMIUM | 23 | $3,350 |
The EPA records the fuel each version was tested on. Whether premium is strictly required or just recommended is an owner's-manual detail the EPA dataset doesn't include — so we don't guess it.
5 trim(s) · EPA FuelEconomy.gov · retrieved 2026-06-14.