2004 Saturn Ion — 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD
This 2004 Saturn Ion (2.0L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD) takes premium gasoline. PREMIUM
23
MPG combined (20 city / 26 hwy)
$3,350
est. fuel cost / year (EPA, 15k mi)
—
tailpipe CO₂
The EPA lists this trim as premium because that's the fuel the manufacturer specified for its mileage test. Many such engines will run on regular with slightly lower power and MPG — but check your owner's manual to see whether premium is required or just recommended.
Other 2004 Saturn Ion trims
| Trim | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD | REGULAR | 26 | $2,400 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, CVT automatic, FWD | REGULAR | 24 | $2,600 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, FWD | REGULAR | 24 | $2,600 |
EPA fuel type: Premium · class: Compact Cars · retrieved 2026-06-14.