New Car Review of the 2004 Saturn LS300 Mid-Size Sedan and Wagon

Description: Mid-Size Sedan and Wagon
Base MSRP Range: $16,370 - $25,200
Invoice Price Range: $15,114 - $23,238

Saturn's mid-size sedans and station wagons for 2004 hone to a single trim called L300. That was the top-end model last year, and all of the 2004 editions reflect that by stocking a high level of standard features.

The equipment includes a four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission, ABS and traction control, curtain-style side air bags, a nice stereo system with CD deck and six speakers, plus power windows and cruise control, automatic headlamps and more.

Outside, the L-cars cars carry foglamps, dual power mirrors with heat elements and 16-inch chrome-coated wheels.

Two powertrain options exist with GM's EcoTec four-cylinder plant as the standard but boosted this year to 140 hp. Optional is a two-cam 3.0-liter V6 that delivers 182 hp.