Saturn LW200 Speaker Size

Front Door Panel Speaker

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Saturn LW200 Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I replace first in my Saturn LW200?

Replace the front door speakers first. They handle most vocals and midrange frequencies that you actually notice while driving. The 6.5 inch front door panels in the Saturn LW200 accept both coaxial and component speakers, so you have flexibility. Rear speakers mostly fill in ambient sound - they're important but secondary to getting your fronts right.

Can I install component speakers in all Saturn LW200 door locations?

Front doors support component speakers, but rear doors might be trickier. The rear door panels typically work better with coaxial or full-range speakers since they're designed for fill rather than critical listening. Component speakers need separate tweeter mounting locations which... the Saturn LW200 rear doors don't always accommodate well. Check your specific door panel layout first.

What's the difference between coaxial and component speakers for my Saturn LW200?

Coaxial speakers combine the woofer and tweeter into one unit - simpler installation, decent sound. Component speakers separate the tweeter from the woofer, giving you better imaging and frequency response. For the Saturn LW200's 6.5 inch openings, components will sound noticeably better if you can mount the tweeters properly. Coaxials are the easier route though.

How many watts should I look for in 6.5 inch Saturn LW200 replacement speakers?

Most decent 6.5 inch speakers handle 50-75 watts RMS, which works fine with factory head units. Peak power ratings around 150-200 watts are typical but less meaningful than RMS. The Saturn LW200's factory amplification is probably 15-20 watts per channel, so even modest aftermarket speakers will be an improvement. Higher wattage speakers just give you headroom if you upgrade your amp later.

What impedance should Saturn LW200 replacement speakers be?

Stick with 4-ohm speakers. Most car audio systems, including the Saturn LW200, are designed for 4-ohm loads. Using 8-ohm speakers will reduce your power output significantly - maybe cutting it in half. Some people try mixing impedances but that creates imbalance between channels. Just stay with 4-ohm and save yourself the complications.

Will full-range speakers work in the Saturn LW200 front doors?

Full-range speakers can work but they're not listed as compatible for the front doors. The Saturn LW200 front door panels seem optimized for either coaxial or component setups. Full-range speakers typically handle 80Hz to 15kHz range adequately, but you might lose some top-end clarity compared to a proper tweeter setup. Better to use them in rear positions where they're actually supported.