Saturn Relay-2 Speaker Size

Front Door Panel Speaker

Rear Speaker

Saturn Relay-2 Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I upgrade first in my Saturn Relay-2?

Start with the front door panel speakers. The 6.5 inch front speakers handle most vocals and mid-range frequencies you actually hear while driving. Rear 6 x 9 speakers mostly fill in bass and ambient sound. Front door panel placement gives better stereo imaging too. You'll notice the biggest difference upgrading fronts first, then move to rears if needed.

Can I install component speakers in my Saturn Relay-2 front doors?

Yes, the front door panels accept both coaxial and component 6.5 inch speakers. Component systems separate the tweeter from the woofer - usually sounds clearer. You'll need to mount the crossover somewhere accessible and run tweeter wires to either the door panel or A-pillar. Coaxials might be easier if you want plug-and-play installation. Both work fine in the Saturn Relay-2.

What's the difference between coaxial and full-range speakers for my Saturn Relay-2 rear position?

Coaxial speakers have a separate tweeter mounted on top of the woofer cone. Full-range speakers use one cone to reproduce all frequencies. The 6 x 9 rear location in your Saturn Relay-2 supports both types. Coaxials typically sound more detailed because the tweeter handles highs better. Full-range speakers can sound warmer but might roll off treble frequencies. Power handling varies - check if your system pushes around 50-75 watts RMS to those rear speakers.

Will 6 x 9 speakers improve bass in my Saturn Relay-2?

The 6 x 9 size gives you more cone area than smaller speakers, so yes - should produce more bass. But factory Saturn Relay-2 amplification might limit how much low-end you actually get. Look for speakers rated down to 35-40 Hz if you want deeper bass response. The larger oval shape moves more air than round speakers. Just don't expect subwoofer-level bass from door speakers, even 6 x 9s.

Do I need an amplifier when upgrading Saturn Relay-2 speakers?

Depends on what you're replacing and your expectations. Factory head unit probably outputs 15-25 watts RMS per channel. Many aftermarket 6.5 inch and 6 x 9 speakers work fine with that power level. If you want significantly louder volume or have high-power speakers rated above 75 watts RMS, then an amp helps. Component speakers in the Saturn Relay-2 front doors often benefit from amplification since they can reveal more detail with clean power.