Well then that 99 Saturn sounds like a good deal then for that. My SL2 averages 28 or so MPG, and the SL1's are higher. If it still has a warranty, the local dealers are usually pretty good about getting things fixed up right.

To me, there are some cheeper alternatives, but most of them are basicially tin cans on wheels. Great as long as you are never involved in an accident with the typical SUV.