Top 20 Used Cars to Avoid: Consumer Reports

2. Saturn Relay

Joining the Saturn Outlook on the list is the Saturn Relay, the first and only minivan from the American automaker. Remember the Relay? Neither do we. Originally introduced for the 2005 model year, the Relay lasted until 2007 and was discontinued after a couple of years of poor sales. The Relay was ultimately replaced by the Outlook SUV, which didn’t really fare much better, new or used.

In testing the Relay, Consumer Reports found the minivan to have a stiff and noisy ride, reluctant handling, and its fit and finish insubstantial. Reliability suffers in the following categories: Engine Cooling (2007), Transmission Minor, Drive System, Fuel System, Electrical System, Climate System, Suspension, Brakes, Paint and Trim, Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and Power Equipment.