Saturn SW vs Volvo V90
The Saturn SW is more fuel-efficient at 27 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Volvo V90. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,050 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Saturn SW | Volvo V90 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 31 | 31 |
| Most reported problem | Cruise control | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 1 | 2 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 118,000 miles | 89,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 27 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 24 and 34 | 16 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,500 | $4,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 31 complaints for the Saturn SW and 31 for the Volvo V90. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 0 for the Saturn SW, 0 for the Volvo V90.