2008 Saturn Astra

2008 Saturn Astra
Saturn is launching a new car to replace the Ion compact this fall. The introduction of the 2008 Saturn Astra, revealed to the American public at the Chicago auto show, will complete a revamp of the entire Saturn lineup that began little over a year ago.

The new Saturn Astra is essentially a federalized version of the Opel Astra. The snazzy looking Astra is a common sight there, and was the top-selling model in its segment last year, outselling the Ford Focus.

The new 2008 Saturn Astra will be available as a three-door coupe or a five-door hatchback.

Both the three-door coupe and the five-door hatchback will follow the modern European look with a sleek front end and large rear end. The five-door model has close to a vertical tailgate while the three-door model has a sloping tailgate with an interesting wrap around taillight treatment.