DecodedCars2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Engines
- 5.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 15 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 77 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 15% below the 2008 standard pickup truck average of 15.3 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- No AWD or 4WDTwo-wheel drive only, unusual for a standard pickup truck.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 13 similar 2008 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family is a standard pickup truck offered with a 5.4L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 15 highway), 15% worse than the 2008 standard pickup truck average of 15.3 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S331 Family | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 15 / 13 | -15% | $6,300 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 17 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 17 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 17 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 14 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Saleen Performance S331 Family. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Saleen Performance. How we calculate this →