The Plug-In Saturn Vue May Become a Reality

A few posts back I lamented the fact that with Saturn being effectively downsized into oblivion, we would not be able to see the plug-in Vue. Apparently, I was a bit hasty in this conclusion as we now hear that the Vue is still on track for 2011. This comes as a surprise in light of the fact that the plug-in model is more expensive to manufacture, produce and market. Furthermore, this model will have a higher MSRP and smaller market share. All of this at a time when GM needs to cuts costs at every opportunity.

Let's hope that GM spokesperson Rob Peterson knows what he is talking about, in this interview with GM-Volt.com:

GM spokesperson Rob Peterson advised GM-Volt.com the following:

Saturn will remain in operations for the next several years through the planned lifecycle of it’s existing product line. As our viability plan showcased, we’re very committed to the electrification of the automobile and continue to develop several hybrid systems and vehicles including the Saturn Vue Plug-in Hybrid.

Plug-in Vue is currently set for 2011. We announced that the Vue launch was moved to 2011 earlier this year.