Outlook Trim Levels

Base: XE
Mid-level: GL
Up-level: XR

Outlook Introduction

As Saturn’s large family crossover, the Outlook continues that mission in it‘s next generation. Staying at it’s current size, Outlook cuts it’s base price on the XE model to $26,900, distancing itself from the Acadia and Enclave platform mates and helping it to reach a larger buying base. Right now, it’s a bit too expensive to reach some of the families it needs to get to be a sucess. However, the current formula works; RIA’s Outlook is an evolutionary step. XE is powered by a 3.6L 250HP HF V-6, and new to the lineup is an GL hybrid model with the Dual Mode hybrid system. XR, the top end luxury model, get it’s power from a 3.0L 300HP HF V-6. Basing on a 5 year cycle, expect the next generation production Outlook to arrive as a 2012 model.

Outlook Specifications Sheet

Vehicle Type: Large 4-Door 7 Passenger CUV
Size Comparison: 2007 Outlook
Competitors: Honda Pilot
Base Platform: Lambda
Drive Wheels: FWD, AWD
Engines:
XE: 3.6L 250HP HF V6
GL: 2.8L 215HP HF V6 w/Dual Mode Hybrid System
XR: 3.6L 300HP HF V6
Transmissions: 6 speed Automatic

Switch Trim Levels

Base: XE
Mid-level: GL
Up-level: XR

Switch Introduction

Some have mentioned the possibility of Saturn becoming the second or perhaps the largest GM brand sometime in the future. That day is far in the future, but it can certainly never be in the realm of possibility without a wider and more diverse product lineup. Part of that larger, more diverse lineup is the 2010 Saturn Switch, a GM entry into the Sport Utility Truck (SUT) market and the first non-body on frame GM "truck". As this segment class looks more appealing to potential buyers, GM would be wise to field an entry into this market early in the game, and establish a foothold. GM should be quick to jump on emerging segments; it's what will help propel sales forward. One look at it's only competitor and you realize there is potential as it is not hard to be the best in this segment, inside and out.

Based on an enhanced and strengthened Lambda platform suitable for more heavy duty use, the AWD Switch is powered by a class leading 3.6L 300HP HF V6 and is the first to offer a V-8 engine in this segment, forcing it's primary competitor into an awkward market position. Another first for the segment is the Dual Mode Hybrid System, mated to a 3.6L HF V6 making 255 HP and getting excellent fuel economy. Great fuel economy would be the standard across the board, as the Switch would benefit from GM's extensive fuel economy work on the GMT-900's. GM brings it's innovations in the BOF Truck segment to the Switch, of which include Mid-Gate, AFM and the Dual Mode Hybrid System.

The Switch would help continue Saturn's new found reputation for refinement, competence and establish an image of being on top of the latest market trends. Certainly no replacement for the real, BOF trucks, the Saturn would help GM establish a position in this market without damaging the deserving reputations of traditional GM truck brands Chevy and GMC. Our proposed Switch arrives in 2010 as a 2011 model.

Switch Specifications Sheet

Vehicle Type: Large 4-Door 5-Passenger Sport Utility Truck (SUT)
Size Comparison: Honda Ridgeline
Competitors: Honda Ridgeline
Base Platform: Enhanced Lamda
Drive Wheels: FWD, AWD
Engines:
XE: 3.6L 300HP HF V6 - Starting at $27,650
GL: 3.6L 255HP HF V6 w/Dual Mode Hybrid System - Starting at $28,500
XR: 4.6L 380HP "Ultra" V8 - Starting at $35,950
Transmissions: 6 speed Automatic