Model Lineup
| |
Engines |
Transmissions |
| |
Ecotec 2.2L I-4 |
Ecotec 2.4L I-4
w/ VVT |
Ecotec 2.0L Supercharged I-4 |
5-spd man
(F23) |
4-spd auto (Hydra-Matic 4T45-E) |
5-spd man
(F35) |
Ion 1 sedan |
s |
- |
- |
s |
o |
- |
Ion 1 quad coupe |
s |
- |
- |
s |
o |
- |
Ion 2 sedan |
s |
- |
- |
s |
o |
- |
Ion 2 quad coupe |
s |
- |
- |
s |
o |
- |
Ion 3 sedan |
- |
s |
- |
s |
o |
- |
Ion 3 quad coupe |
- |
s |
- |
s |
o |
- |
Ion Red Line |
- |
- |
s |
- |
- |
s |
Key:
Standard |
s |
Optional |
o |
Not Available |
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NEW POWER OPTION KEEPS SATURN ION ON A ROLL FOR 2006
With new enhancements that include a standard 170-horsepower (127 kw) engine on Ion 3 sedan and coupe, the 2006 Saturn Ion becomes an even more powerful player in the small car segment.
The Saturn Ion is available in seven models: the Ion 1, Ion 2 and Ion 3 sedans and quad coupes, as well as the performance-oriented Ion Red Line. With the new changes, Saturn Ion delivers an even greater level of performance, refinement, comfort and safety.
Plenty of power options on sedans and quad coupes
New for '06 is a 2.4L Ecotec inline four-cylinder engine with variable valve timing (VVT) that delivers an excellent combination of power and fuel economy. This engine, is standard on the Ion 3 and delivers an impressive 170 horsepower (127 kw) and 162 lb.-ft. (224 Nm) of torque.
The Ion 3 (all models) also includes modifications to the suspension to provide the more nimble handling that sport-oriented drivers enjoy. Valves that control the flow of hydraulic fluid within the suspension struts are modified to provide more resistance, and the stabilizer bar diameter is increased.
All Ion engines are from GM's Ecotec family. Each has distinct performance and hardware differences, but all share a basic all-aluminum architecture and construction that includes:
- Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC) and four valves per cylinder
- Twin counter-rotating balance shafts
- Low-friction, roller-finger follower valvetrain with hydraulic lash adjusters
- Zero-maintenance chain camshaft drive
- Extremely compact dimensions and low mass
- Direct mounting of all accessories to the engine structure to eliminate common sources of noise, vibration and harshness
- Full circle transmission attachment is more rigid than most 4-cylinder powertrains for reduced noise and vibration
- Oil Life Monitoring System for optimum oil change frequency
- No routine maintenance apart from oil/oil filter changes
- Catalyst located close to the exhaust manifold to speed catalyst "light-off" and reduce hydrocarbon emissions
The Ecotec 2.2L inline four-cylinder engine (standard on Ion 1 and Ion 2) generates more standard horsepower (140 hp/104 kw) than primary competitors and strong low-end torque for excellent launch feel and passing performance.
The Ion's standard transmission is a five-speed manual, with smooth shifting and quiet operation. This transmission injects a sporty, European feel to the Ion's driving experience.
The optional Hydra-Matic 4T45-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission offers reliable operation with seamless shifts. The 4T45-E uses Dexron III fluid and is "filled for life," meaning there is no scheduled maintenance required for the transmission under normal operating conditions.
All Ions can be flat-towed - pulled behind another vehicle without the need for a special dolly - making Ion an ideal choice for RV owners.
Comfort and convenience
Inside the 2006 Ion, the most apparent change is a redesigned centre console/centre stack that provides additional inboard knee and leg clearance with enhanced fits and appearance. The new design provides additional storage above the radio for storing sunglasses, mobile phones, spare change or other small items.
New fabric in the Ion 3 interior, as well as new inserts in the Ion Red Line's Recaro seats, enhance the overall interior appearance. An available leather trim package (Ion 3) offers additional refinement with leather-trimmed seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a leather-wrapped shift knob.
The Ion interior continues to feature a distinctive centre-mounted instrument cluster. On the same horizontal sight line as the side-view mirrors, the centre-mounted design also allows the driver to set the steering wheel in the most comfortable position without needing an adjustment to see the instrument readings.
The quad coupe continues to offer dual rear-access doors. Combined with a front-passenger fold-flat seat (Ion 1, 2 and 3 models), the wide-opening rear-access doors help maximize the usefulness of the interior space by making it easy to load and unload passengers and cargo, even large objects that wouldn't typically fit in a compact car.
Sound decisions
Ion offers a variety of audio choices to make the trip more enjoyable. An AM/FM stereo with CD player is standard on Ion 1 and Ion 2, with Ion 3 and Red Line models adding standard MP3 capability.
A new family of radios provides an upscale appearance with flush design and chrome accents. All sound systems include an input jack to accommodate portable audio players, and a new digital signal processor provides improved sound quality. Uplevel radios now offer speed-compensated volume, up to 36 station presets (can mix AM/FM/XM together), MP3 folder and playlist access and a Music Navigator feature that allows sorting of MP3s by artist or album.
An AM/FM stereo with six-disc in-dash CD and MP3 player and speed-compensated volume are available on all models, along with the Saturn Advanced Audio System, which consists of six premium speakers and a 160-watt amplifier. XM Satellite Radio is available (Interim) and features digital-quality channels of original commercial-free music and premier news, sports and talk as well as advanced traffic and weather information for select major metropolitan areas nationwide.
A new, combined XM/OnStar antenna declutters the vehicle by eliminating the need for two separate antennas on the vehicle.
Safety and security
Like all Saturns, the Ion was designed with an emphasis on safety and security. OnStar Dual-mode (analog-digital) equipment is available on all Ion models (except Red Line). OnStar's digital equipment also includes enhanced hands-free voice recognition capabilities including more intuitive continuous digit dialing and improved voice recognition accuracy. OnStar is the leading provider of in-vehicle safety, security and information services in the United States and Canada. Using the GPS satellite network and wireless technology, OnStar features core safety services and OnStar Hands-Free Calling that allows drivers to make and receive voice-activated phone calls using an externally mounted antenna for greater reception.
Also new for 2006 on all Ions (except the Red Line) is GM's Passenger Sensing System. If the system detects an unoccupied front passenger seat or the presence of a smaller occupant, the front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn off so it will not deploy in the event of a frontal collision. A status indicator on the instrument panel alerts occupants that the passenger air bag is on or off. Even with this system, Saturn strongly recommends restraining child passengers in an appropriate child seat placed in the second or third row of the vehicle. Never install a rear-facing infant seat in front of an active air bag. Saturn also recommends that all children age 12 and under ride in the rear seat when possible.
Built-in crashworthiness features include the vehicle's structural design, with a steel spaceframe that helps absorb the energy of a crash while protecting the integrity of the passenger compartment.
Dual-stage frontal air bags are standard, and head curtain side air bags - which help protect both front and rear occupants - are available. The Ion sedan and quad coupe offer an optional anti-lock braking system and traction control across all non-Red Line models.
Ion also comes with a factory-installed anti-theft system with remote keyless entry, standard on Ion 2 and Ion 3. An engine immobilizer is standard on every Ion, which reduces the risk of vehicle theft by shutting off fuel to the engine if the correct ignition key isn't used.
Exterior enhancements
2006 Ion models feature redesigned wheel packages that offer fresh styling and contribute to the overall appeal of the entire lineup. Sixteen-inch, six-spoke machined alloy wheels are standard on the Ion 3. Sixteen-inch painted alloy wheels are optional on the Ion 2. Fifteen-inch steel wheels with restyled covers are standard on the Ion 1 and Ion 2.
New exterior colors for 2006 are Cypress Green and Golden Cashmere, replacing Dragonfly Green and Golden Wheat (Ion 2 / Ion 3 sedans); Fusion Orange (quad coupe); and Laser Blue (specialty color available mid-year).
Ion Red Line
Combining track-capable performance and comfortable daily driving experience, the Ion Red Line features a 2.0L supercharged and intercooled version of the Ecotec four-cylinder engine that generates 205 horsepower (153 kw). The Red Line is capable of achieving 0-to-60 mph (0-to-97 km/h) acceleration in an estimated 6.2 seconds.
The Ion Red Line features a higher-capacity five-speed manual transmission (F35) than other ION models, mated with a short-throw shifter. A 4.05:1 axle ratio complements the performance-oriented transmission and performance characteristics of the engine.
The Red Line package also features sport-compact tuner-inspired front and rear fascias, rocker moldings and available rear wings. Projector-beam foglamps also are now standard on all Ion Red Line models.
For 2006, the Red Line Competitive Package includes a Quaife limited-slip differential packaged within the five-speed gear box and 17-inch forged wheels with gunmetal finish. Also included in the package is a boost gauge combined with an industry-first, programmable ladder tachometer mounted directly in front of the driver on the top of the steering column.
Other Red Line highlights include:
- Beefier equal-length halfshafts
- High-flow, performance-tuned exhaust system
- Four-wheel disc brakes with standard ABS
- Racetrack-tuned suspension, including revised springs, shocks, bushings and stabilizer bars
- 215/45Z R17 (Z-rated) performance tires
- 10-mm lowered ride height
- Leather-trimmed Recaro sport front seats
# # #
Contacts:
GM
of Canada Communications
Tony LaRocca
Phone: 905-644-1804
Fax: 905-644-3873
E-mail: tony.larocca@gm.com
STANDARD
AND OPTIONAL FEATURES - COUPE
|
EXTERIOR FEATURES
|
ION.1
|
ION.2
|
ION.3
|
Red
Line |
|
Body - dent / corrosion-resistant bodyside panels |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Door locks - power with anti-lockout, delayed locking and programmable lock / unlock |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Fog lamps, deluxe |
- |
- |
S |
- |
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Fog lamps, projector style |
- |
- |
- |
S |
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Package - Competitive: limited slip differential, boost guage with shift lights, rear Aero wing spoiler and 17" x 7" aluminum painted wheels with gunmetal finish |
- |
- |
- |
O |
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Spoiler - decklid (Aero wing on Red Line) |
O |
O |
S |
S |
|
Sunroof - power (requires Convenience Package) |
O |
O |
O |
O |
|
Tires - P195/60R x 15 all season radial blackwall |
S |
S |
- |
- |
|
Tires - P205/55R x 16 all season radial blackwall |
- |
- |
S |
- |
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Tires - P215/45ZR x 17 summer tires |
- |
- |
- |
S |
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Wheels - 15" x 6.0" steel with sport cover |
S |
S |
- |
- |
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Wheels - 16" x 6.0" flangeless alloy styled |
- |
- |
S |
- |
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Wheels - 16" x 6.0" aluminum styled |
- |
O |
- |
- |
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Wheels - 17" x 7.0" forged alloy |
- |
- |
- |
S |
|
INTERIOR FEATURES
|
ION.1
|
ION.2
|
ION.3
|
Red
Line |
|
Air conditioning with dust and pollen filter |
O |
S |
S |
S |
|
Console - front with adjustable armrest, enclosed storage and dual front cup holders |
S |
S |
S |
- |
|
Floor mats - carpeted front and rear |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Instrumentation - LCD message centre including low-fuel indicator and oil-life monitor |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Instrumentation - warning chimes for headlamps on, key in ignition, low fuel, parking brake on and turn signal left on |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Mirrors - dual visor vanity mirrors |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Package - Convenience: power windows and exterior mirrors, cruise control, remote keyless entry with alarm activation, panic / alert mode and power trunk release |
- |
S |
S |
S |
|
Package - Technology: includes OnStar, Travel package and AM/FM Stereo with seek and scan, 6 disc CD, auto tone, clock, ETR, Radio Data System, and MP3 (single CD on ION.2) |
- |
O |
O |
- |
|
Package - Travel: auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror with outside temperature and compass display, driver and passenger map lights |
- |
O |
O |
- |
|
Power outlets - dual 12-volt |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Steering column - adjustable |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Storage compartments: four bins in instrument panel, front and rear door map pockets, and glovebox |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Windows - rear window defogger with manual shutoff and timed reset |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
SEATS
|
ION.1
|
ION.2
|
ION.3
|
Red
Line |
|
60 / 40-split folding rear seat backs |
S |
S |
S |
S |
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Fold-flat front passenger seat back with scuff-resistant back |
S |
S |
S |
- |
|
Leather Package: leather-trimmed seats, steering wheel and automatic shift knob |
- |
- |
O |
- |
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Leather-trimmed RECARO Sport Seats and leather-wrapped steering wheel |
- |
- |
- |
S |
|
SOUND SYSTEMS
|
ION.1
|
ION.2
|
ION.3
|
Red
Line |
|
CD player with AM / FM stereo, standard auxiliary input jack and four extended-range speakers |
S |
S |
- |
- |
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CD / MP3 player with AM / FM stereo, standard auxiliary input jack, and four coaxial speakers |
- |
O |
S |
S |
|
Saturn Advanced Audio System: 160-watt external amplifier and six premium speakers (requires Convenience Package and CD / MP3 player) |
- |
O |
O |
O |
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Six-disc, in-dash CD / MP3 player with AM / FM stereo, standard auxiliary input jack, and four coaxial speakers |
- |
O |
O |
O |
|
XM Satellite Radio: Features dozens of channels of commercial-free music as well as the best in news, sports, talk, comedy and more. Digital quality sound with coast-to-coast signal coverage. Includes three free trial months beyond which service fees apply. |
- |
O |
O |
O |
|
MECHANICAL
|
ION.1
|
ION.2
|
ION.3
|
Red
Line |
|
Battery run-down protection for interior and cargo area lighting |
S |
S |
S |
S |
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Brakes - power-assisted ventilated front disc / rear drum |
S |
S |
S |
- |
|
Brakes - anti-lock brakes with Traction Control (Traction Control not available on Red Line) |
O |
O |
S |
- |
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Brakes - power Assisted front and rear discs and ABS |
- |
- |
- |
S |
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Drivetrain - front-engine / front-wheel drive |
S |
S |
S |
S |
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Engine - 2.2-litre, 16-valve |
S |
S |
- |
- |
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Engine - 2.4-litre, 16-valve |
- |
- |
S |
- |
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Engine - 2.0-litre, 16-valve, supercharged |
- |
- |
- |
S |
|
Suspension - independent front and semi-independent torsion-beam rear with front and rear stabilizer bars |
S |
S |
S |
S |
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Suspension - Sport-tuned strut valves and larger diameter stabilizer bars |
- |
- |
S |
- |
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Transmission - 5-speed manual |
S |
S |
S |
S |
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Transmission - 4-speed automatic |
S |
S |
S |
- |
|
Towing - flat-towable behind recreational vehicle |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
SAFETY AND SECURITY
|
ION.1
|
ION.2
|
ION.3
|
Red
Line |
|
Air bags - dual-stage driver and front passenger with Passenger Sensing System (Passenger Sensing System not available on Red Line) |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Air Bags - Head Curtain Side |
O |
O |
O |
O |
|
Headlights - Daytime running lamps |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Lighting - automatic light control |
- |
- |
S |
- |
|
OnStar System with one-year Safe & Sound Service Plan (Part of Technology Package) |
- |
O |
O |
- |
|
Seat belts - front safety belts with pretensioners and energy-absorbing retractors |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Safety restraints - Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH) in rear seating positions |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Theft-deterrent - engine-immobilizing feature |
S |
S |
S |
S |
|
Trunk - secure trunk feature with locking seat backs, trunk release disable and emergency trunk release handle |
S |
S |
S |
S |
S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment.
STANDARD
AND OPTIONAL FEATURES - SEDAN
|
EXTERIOR FEATURES |
ION.1 |
ION.2 |
ION.3 |
|
Body - dent / corrosion-resistant bodyside panels |
S |
S |
S |
|
Door locks - power with anti-lockout, delayed locking
and programmable lock / unlock |
S |
S |
S |
|
Fog lamps, deluxe |
- |
- |
S |
|
Sunroof - power (requires Convenience Package) |
O |
O |
O |
|
Spoiler - decklid |
O |
O |
S |
|
Tires - P195/60R x 15 all season radial blackwall |
S |
S |
- |
|
Tires - P205/55R x 16 all season radial blackwall |
- |
- |
S |
|
Wheels - 15" x 6.0" steel with std cover |
S |
S |
- |
|
Wheels - 16" x 6.0" flangeless alloy styled |
- |
- |
S |
|
Wheels - 16" x 6.0" aluminum styled |
- |
O |
- |
|
INTERIOR FEATURES |
ION.1 |
ION.2 |
ION.3 |
|
Air conditioning with dust and pollen filter |
O |
S |
S |
|
Console - front console with adjustable armrest, enclosed storage and dual front cupholders |
S |
S |
S |
|
Floor mats - carpeted front and rear |
S |
S |
S |
|
Instrumentation - LCD message centre including low-fuel indicator and oil-life monitor |
S |
S |
S |
|
Instrumentation - warning chimes for headlamps on, key in ignition, low fuel, parking brake on and turn signal left on |
S |
S |
S |
|
Mirrors - dual visor vanity mirrors |
S |
S |
S |
|
Package - Convenience: power windows and exterior mirrors, cruise control, remote keyless entry with alarm activation, panic / alert mode and power trunk release |
- |
S |
S |
|
Package - Technology: includes OnStar, Travel package and AM/FM Stereo with seek and scan, 6 disc CD, auto tone, clock, ETR, Radio Data System, and MP3 (single CD on ION.2) |
- |
O |
O |
|
Package - Travel: auto-dimming interior rear-view mirror with outside temperature and compass display, and driver and passenger map lights |
- |
O |
O |
|
Power outlets - dual, 12-volt |
S |
S |
S |
|
Retained accessory power |
S |
S |
S |
|
Steering column - adjustable |
S |
S |
S |
|
Storage compartments - four bins in instrument panel, front and rear door map pockets, and glovebox |
S |
S |
S |
|
Window - rear window defogger with manual shutoff and timed reset |
S |
S |
S |
|
SEATS |
ION.1 |
ION.2 |
ION.3 |
|
60 / 40-split folding rear seat backs |
S |
S |
S |
|
Height-adjustable driver's seat (ION-3 includes manual lumbar adjustment) |
S |
S |
S |
|
Leather Package: leather-trimmed seats, steering wheel and automatic shift knob |
- |
- |
O |
|
SOUND SYSTEMS |
ION.1 |
ION.2 |
ION.3 |
|
CD player with AM / FM stereo, standard auxiliary input jack and four extended-range speakers |
S |
S |
- |
|
CD / MP3 player with AM / FM stereo, standard auxiliary input jack, and four coaxial speakers |
- |
O |
S |
|
Saturn Advanced Audio System: 160-watt external amplifier and six premium speakers (requires Convenience Package; requires CD / MP3 player) |
- |
O |
O |
|
Six-disc, in-dash CD / MP3 player with AM / FM stereo, standard auxiliary input jack, and four coaxial speakers |
- |
O |
O |
|
XM Satellite Radio: Features dozens of channels of commercial-free music as well as the best in news, sports, talk, comedy and more. Digital quality sound with coast-to-coast signal coverage. Includes three free trial months beyond which service fees apply. |
- |
O |
O |
|
MECHANICAL |
ION.1 |
ION.2 |
ION.3 |
|
Battery run-down protection for interior and cargo area lighting |
S |
S |
S |
|
Brakes - power-assisted ventilated front disc / rear drum |
S |
S |
S |
|
Brakes - anti-lock brakes with Traction Control |
O |
O |
S |
|
Drivetrain - front-engine / front-wheel drive |
S |
S |
S |
|
Engine - 2.2-litre, 16-valve, inline-4 |
S |
S |
- |
|
Engine - 2.4-litre, 16-valve, VVT, inline-4 |
- |
- |
S |
|
Suspension - independent front and semi-independent torsion-beam rear with front and rear stabilizer bars |
S |
S |
S |
|
Suspension - Sport-tuned strut valves and larger diameter stabilizer bars |
- |
- |
S |
|
Transmission - 5-speed manual |
S |
S |
S |
|
Transmission - 4-speed automatic |
O |
O |
O |
|
Towing - flat-towable behind recreational vehicle |
S |
S |
S |
|
SAFETY AND SECURITY |
ION.1 |
ION.2 |
ION.3 |
|
Air bags - dual-stage driver and front passenger with Passenger Sensing System |
S |
S |
S |
|
Air bags - head curtain side air bags |
O |
O |
O |
|
Door locks - child-security, rear |
S |
S |
S |
|
Headlights - daytime running lamps |
S |
S |
S |
|
Lighting - Automatic Light Control |
- |
- |
S |
|
OnStar System with one-year Safe & Sound Service Plan (part of Technology Package) |
- |
O |
O |
|
Safety restraints - Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH) in all rear seating positions |
S |
S |
S |
|
Seat belts - height-adjustable front safety belts with pretensioners and energy-absorbing retractors |
S |
S |
S |
|
Theft-deterrent - engine-immobilizing feature |
S |
S |
S |
|
Trunk - secure trunk feature with locking seat backs, trunk release disable, and emergency trunk release handle |
S |
S |
S |
S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment.
SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Models: |
Saturn Ion sedan, quad coupe and Red Line |
Body style / driveline: |
Sedan: 5-passenger, front-engine, front-wheel drive;
Quad coupe and Red Line: 4-passenger, front-engine, front-wheel drive with dual rear-access doors |
Construction: |
Steel spaceframe with full-length frame rails and steel safety cage; galvanized steel hood, roof and deck lid; polymer doors, fenders, quarter panels and fascias |
EPA vehicle class: |
Compact car |
Manufacturing location: |
Spring Hill, Tennessee |
Key competitors: |
Sedan: Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra
Quad coupe: Honda Civic coupe, Ford Focus 3-door, Volkswagen Golf.
Red Line: Honda Civic Si, Nissan Sentra SE-R, Dodge SRT-4 |
Engines
| |
Ecotec 2.2L I-4 (L61) |
Ecotec 2.4L I-4 (LE5) |
Ecotec 2.0L SC (LSJ) |
Application: |
Ion 2 and Ion 2 sedan and quad coupe |
std. on Ion 3 |
Ion Red Line |
Type: |
2.2L DOHC I-4 |
.4L DOHC VVT I-4 |
2.0L DOHC supercharged and intercooled inline 4-cylinder with oil jet-cooled pistons |
Displacement (cu in / cc): |
134 / 2196 |
145 / 2376 |
122 / 1999 |
Bore & stroke (in / mm): |
3.39 x 3.72 / 86 x 94.6 |
3.46 x 3.85 / 88 x 98 |
3.39 x 3.39 / 86 x 86 |
Block material: |
Cast aluminum |
Cast aluminum |
Cast aluminum |
Cylinder head material: |
Cast aluminum |
Cast aluminum |
Cast aluminum |
Ignition system: |
Electronic platinum electrode tip / platinum core spark plugs, low resistance spark plug wires |
Electronic direct, coil-on-plug |
Electronic direct, coil-on-plug |
Fuel delivery: |
Sequential injection with returnless fuel delivery system, and electronic throttle control |
Sequential multi-port fuel injection with high-flow injectors and electronic throttle control |
Sequential multi-port fuel injection with high-flow injectors and electronic throttle control |
Compression ratio: |
10:1 |
10.5:1 |
9.5:1 |
Horsepower (hp / kw @ rpm): |
140 / 104 @ 5800 |
170 / 127 @ 6200 |
205 / 153 @ 5600 |
Torque (lb.-ft. / Nm @ rpm): |
145 / 197 @ 4400 |
162 / 220 @ 5000 |
200 / 271 @ 4400 |
Recommended fuel: |
Regular unleaded |
Premium unleaded recommended but not required |
Premium unleaded recommended but not required |
Exhaust system: |
Stainless steel with aluminized coating on the muffler and tailpipe |
Stainless steel with aluminized coating on the muffler and tailpipe |
Stainless steel with aluminized coating on the muffler and tailpipe |
Emissions controls: |
3-way catalyst (Tier 2 LEV 2 Bin 8)
California vehicles SULEV certified |
Close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 24x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor |
3-way catalyst (Tier 2 LEV 2 Bin 8); close-coupled catalytic converters; High Resolution 58x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor |
Estimated fuel economy: |
|
|
|
Mi/imp.gal (city / hwy / combined) |
man.: 30 / 46 / 35
auto.: 30 / 42 / 34 |
man.: 30 / 45 / 35
auto.: 30 / 43 / 35 |
28 / 39 / 32 |
L/100km (city / hwy / combined) |
man.: 9.5 / 6.1 / 8.0
auto.: 9.5 / 6.7 / 8.3 |
man.: 9.4 / 6.3 / 8.0
auto.: 9.3 / 6.6 / 8.1 |
10.1 / 7.3 / 8.9 |
Transmissions
|
F23 |
Hydra-Matic 4T45-E |
F35 |
Type: |
5-spd man transaxle |
4-spd auto transaxle |
5-spd man transaxle |
Application: |
std on sedan, quad coupe |
opt on sedan, quad coupe |
std on Red Line |
First: |
3.58 |
2.95 |
3.38 |
Second: |
2.02 |
1.62 |
1.76 |
Third: |
1.35 |
1.00 |
1.18 |
Fourth: |
0.98 |
0.68 |
0.89 |
Fifth: |
0.69 |
- |
0.70 |
Reverse: |
3.31 |
2.14 |
3.17 |
Final drive ratio: |
3.84:1 |
3.63:1 |
4.05:1 |
Chassis/Suspension
| |
Sedan & quad coupe |
Red Line |
Front: |
Strut-type independent with stabilizer bar |
Strut-type independent with performance-tuned springs, shocks, bushings and stabilizer bar |
Rear: |
Semi-independent torsion beam with stabilizer bar |
Semi-independent torsion beam with performance-tuned springs, shocks, bushings and stabilizer bar |
Traction control: |
Electronic engine torque management controlled by engine control module using wheel-speed information communicated from the ABS system |
Not available |
Steering type: |
Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
Electric speed-sensitive, variable assist rack-and-pinion, performance-tuned |
Ratio: |
16.63:1 |
16.63:1 |
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: |
3.6 |
3.6 |
Turning circle,
curb-to-curb (ft / m): |
35.4 / 10.8 |
35.4 / 10.8 |
Brakes
| |
Sedan & quad coupe |
Red Line |
Type: |
Power-assisted front vented disc / rear drum; opt Bosch 8.0 4-channel ABS with Dynamic Rear Proportioning |
Power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes w/ std Bosch 8.0 4-channel ABS |
Rotor diameter (in / mm): |
front disc: 10.1 / 256
rear drum: 9.1 / 230 |
front disc: 11.6 / 295
rear disc: 10.6 / 270 |
Wheels/Tires
| |
Sedan |
Quad coupe |
Red Line |
Wheel size and type: |
15-inch steel (std on Ion 1 and Ion 2)
16-inch, 5-spoke painted alloy (opt on Ion 2)
16-inch 5-spoke machined alloy (std on Ion 3) |
15-inch steel (std on Ion 1 and Ion 2)
16-inch, 5-spoke painted alloy (opt on Ion 2)
16-inch 5-spoke machined alloy (std on Ion 3) |
17 x 7 inch, painted 6-spoke flangeless, 5-lug forged alloy |
Tires: |
P195/60R15
(std on Ion 1 and Ion 2)
P205/55R15
(opt. on Ion 2, std on Ion 3) |
P195/60R15
(std on Ion 1 and Ion 2)
P205/55R15
(opt. on Ion 2, std on Ion 3) |
P215/45ZR17
Z-rated summer performance |
Dimensions
Exterior
| |
Sedan |
Quad coupe |
Red Line |
Wheelbase (in / mm): |
103.2 / 2621 |
103.2 / 2621 |
103.5 / 2629 |
Overall length (in / mm): |
184.5 / 4686 |
185.0 / 4699 |
185.0 / 4699 |
Overall width (in / mm): |
67.2 / 1707 |
67.9 / 1725 |
67.9 / 1725 |
Overall height (in / mm): |
57.4 / 1458 |
56.0 / 1422 |
55.6 / 1412 |
Track (in / mm): |
front: 58.8 / 1494 |
front: 58.8 / 1494 |
front: 58.8 / 1494 |
rear: 58.4 / 1483 |
rear: 58.4 / 1483 |
rear: 58.4 / 1483 |
Curb weight (lb / kg): |
manual: 2743 / 1221 |
manual: 2784 / 1248 |
2945 / 1336 |
auto: 2802 / 1255 |
auto: 2843 / 1256 |
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Interior
| |
Sedan |
Quad coupe / Red Line |
Seating capacity (front / rear): |
2 / 3 |
2 / 2 |
Headroom (in / mm): |
front: 40.0 / 1016
rear: 37.0 / 940 |
front: 38.9 / 988
rear: 36.5 / 927 |
Legroom (in / mm): |
front: 42.2 / 1072
rear: 33.3 / 846 |
front: 42.2 / 1072
rear: 32.7 / 831 |
Shoulder room (in / mm): |
front: 53.7 / 1364
rear: 52.8 / 1341 |
front: 54.0 / 1372
rear: 51.0 / 1295 |
Hip room (in / mm): |
front: 49.5 / 1257
rear: 49.6 / 1260 |
front: 49.4 / 1255
rear: 48.3 / 1227 |
Capacities
| |
Sedan |
Quad coupe / Red Line |
EPA passenger volume
(cu ft / L): |
93.0 / 2633 |
87.3 / 2472 |
Cargo volume (cu ft / L): |
14.7 / 416 |
14.2 / 402 |
Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg): |
1000 / 454 |
1000 / 454 (towing not recommended w/ Red Line) |
Maximum tongue weight (lb / kg): |
120 / 54.5 |
120 / 54.5 |
Fuel tank (imp.gal / L): |
10.8 / 49.2 |
10.8 / 49.2 |
Red Line Performance Data
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): |
6.2 sec |
Quarter-mile (0.4 km): |
14.7 sec |
Quarter-mile (0.4 km) speed: |
96.5 mph (156 km/h) |
Braking, 60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): |
119 ft (36.3 m) |
Peak lateral g: |
.85 g |
