The 2007 Sky is an all-new model, and is the first roadster and “sports car” for Saturn. It’s based on General Motors’ “Kappa” architecture, and shares its underpinnings with the Pontiac Solstice. Saturn says this is the first model with the look and image that will influence the future lineup for the entry-level brand.

Introduced during the 2006 calendar year, the Saturn Sky is an all-new model for 2007. The soft-top convertible is available in both regular and Red Line performance versions. The same Ecotec engines that GM uses in many of its compact models can also be found in the Sky, with a 2.4-liter, 177-hp version installed on base models, while the supercharged 4-cylinder Ecotec is featured in the Red Line. The supercharged engine produces 260 hp and 260 lb.-ft. of torque.

The Sky roadster, an all-new model for Saturn, is based on GM’s global Kappa platform, with a design inspired by a concept from Vauxhall. It shares its platform with the Pontiac Solstice. The clamshell forward-opening hood and sculpted sides on the Sky translate to an attractive overall appearance. The convertible top on the Sky, however, is a mixed bag. On the one hand, it’s relatively easy to use and makes the car look as good with the top up as it does when it’s down. The drawback is that the operator must get out of the car and open up the reverse-opening trunk to remove the top before it can be locked into place. With the top down, storage is reduced from 5.4 cubic feet to just 2.0 liters, so plan accordingly if taking a trip with an overnight stay.