Model year guide

2005 Saturn L300

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Saturn L300 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2005 Saturn L300 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Saturn L300 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$2,330

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Saturn L300 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2005 Saturn L300.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 12 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Saturn L300 MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,200
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume97 cu ft
Cargo volume18 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2005 Saturn L300 worth?

Low
$1,400
Typical price
$2,330
High
$4,000

From 10 comparable 2005 Saturn L300 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Saturn L300 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,000
Fuel only$16,000
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
190.6 in
Width
68.9 in
Height
56.3 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Curb weight
3,034–3,197 lb
Front track
59.8 in
Rear track
59.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Saturn L300 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

About the Saturn L300

The Saturn L-Series is a line of automobiles, sedans and station wagons that were made by Saturn Corporation in Wilmington, Delaware for 2000–2005 model years.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2005 Saturn L300 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl

2005 Saturn L300 vehicles on record

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Other Saturn L300 model years

2004 2003 2001

2005 Saturn L300 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Saturn L300 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2005 Saturn L300. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Saturn L300 get?

The 2005 Saturn L300 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2005 Saturn L300 worth?

Comparable 2005 Saturn L300 listings run roughly $1,400–$4,000, typically around $2,330 (from 10 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.