2007 Saturn Aura Consumer Reviews Page 6

Not Bad for the Money

Written by: Nic on 09/10/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The one reason I bought this car was because for the price you cannot buy a car with this kind of HP, fuel economy and reliability. If you're looking for a car that has a good drivetrain for little money than you're good. If you're looking for sophistication or quality design than look elsewhere.

Favorite Features

TAPshift controls and the 6-speed

Suggested Improvements

The interior is terrible. The door panels are complete garbage and most of the panels don't line up with <5mm. The exterior is mediocre and you can see where some of the trim doesn't line up well and some of the plastic finish is crude.

8 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Great Car. Very Poor Mileage

Written by: CK on 09/05/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I did a review right after we had bought this car. Basically, it said that the car was great. Now that I have had the car for over a month, I am revisiting my review. The mileage on this car stinks. In city drive (basically home to grocery storer, etc.), the car gives 17 miles to a gallon. That is less than the 10 year old Mercedes E320 that I had (18 miles to a gallon) and less than the 10 year old Toyota 4 Runner that I have (18 miles/gallon for a V6). I don't know what GM is thinking, making a supposedly state of the art car with a mileage less than current day SUV's. I guess one reason is that the car weighs a bunch (it is heavier than the Toyota 4 Runner and almost the same as an E320)

Favorite Features

Drive. Looks. Price.

Suggested Improvements

Mileage. Turning radius. Brakes. Cheap plastic on doors, dashboard, interior light switch. Really need to juggle with the accelerator to make the car downshift and go.

11 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Techno gray XR

Written by: Sj on 09/05/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This is a great looking car and so many people don't recognize it so they ask. The car is extremely quiet and rides like a luxury car. It is heavier than the competition but that weight makes it feel substantial on the road. Considering its features a comparable Altima or Camry would be over $30k and neither is as rare or as good looking as this car. The controls are all logically placed and the stereo is top notch for this class. If you don't want to be a follower and want a fast family sedan that stands out this is a good choice.

Favorite Features

Stereo system, XM radio, trip computer, remote start, 18" wheels, LED interior lighting, quietness, ride quality, steering feel, tapshift and engine power.

Suggested Improvements

Add rear armrest, make map pockets deeper, make trunk open farther when released and improve armrest materials.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Best performance sedan for your dollar

Written by: phaetondriver on 09/04/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I bought my Saturn XR with 5000 miles on it, but it was in 100% perfect condition. It has features I would only expect on much more expensive cars, like electronic traction and ride stability control. It has a six speed automatic with paddle shifting on the steering wheel, which is fantastic for mountain driving. This car accelorates better than a 328, corners better than an Altama, and rides better than a Camry. Surprise is that it costs so much less than any of them. There is just to much to talk about here, let me just say that if you want performance, looks and ride like a $35K car and you like German auto engineering, but don't want to spend over $27K, then the Saturn XR is for you.

Favorite Features

My favorite feature wouyld have to be hte paddle shifters for the 6 speed transmission. I put the shifter in manual mode when I drive in the mountains. This lets me drop to 5th on slight grades and 4th on the steeper ones without having to mash the throttle going uphill or ride the brakes downhill.

Suggested Improvements

1. Change the programming on the transmissions manual mode for quickewr response. I want it to shift when I tap the paddle, not 1/2 to 1 second later. 2. Pop the trunk open when the release is dressed, this 1/2 inch it moves is bunk. 3. Delete the requirement for a sun roof with the leather interior

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Aura is Great

Written by: Bob on 09/02/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I think this is a good car. It is fun to drive, has great performance, good 0 to 60. Love that it is a 3.5 engine standard

Favorite Features

OnStar, bluetooth tech

Suggested Improvements

Better stereo

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Buying American (GM) again

Written by: bobsays on 09/02/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This car exceeded my expectations. It is quiet, smooth, comfortable. I traded a 2007 Camry LE which I came to dislike for several reasons (pitch & bob ride, engine that either hestitated or was too sensitive, really cheap center dash). The test drive convinced me to get the Aura. I also have a 2007 Mercedes S550 and the Aura compares favorably with it, too. GM got this one right. Cars like this will keep me in the GM fold from now on.

Favorite Features

3.6L V6; 6-speed auto; interior controls, layout & quality of materials; roomy trunk; OnStar; XM radio; styling; handling; quiet ride.

Suggested Improvements

Keylock trunk; larger storage bins; larger trunk opening; rearseat armrest; gear indicator in instrument panel.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Perfect car except mileage

Written by: danny on 08/30/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

One word: awesome. I put every option on. And the most I like is the brown leather seat. The is always power left no matter how hard you stepped on the gas. All my friends would like to take my car pool is possible. The only problem is that I never got my mileage under 11L/100KM. But with 252hp, what can you ask for. Also there are too much features which I have to try out.

Favorite Features

Brown leather seat, safety feature, power, style, radio, and a lot.

Suggested Improvements

Improve the mileage.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Aura A1

Written by: T Collins on 08/27/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This is an outstanding vehicle for the money if you are interested in a 4 door sedan. Of all the cars that I have owned, this is my favorite. I really like the treatment I receive by the dealer, and OnStar is a must. This car has been completely trouble- free so far. My only complaint would be the low roof line which requires you to duck as you enter the front seats or you will bump your head.

Favorite Features

OnStar, engine-transmission, interior treatment, entertainment system, handling, traction control and stability control, heated seats and comfortable leather seating, good leg- room

Suggested Improvements

Roof line a little higher so that you don't have to duck to enter the front seat area.

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Saturn Aura

Written by: Elijah on 08/26/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)

Review

After researching and researching on which car I wanted, I chose the AURA. I was going to wait and get the Astra but it was just too good of a deal to pass up on the AURA. I have over 2000 miles so far and no problems. I drive mostly highway but I can average 26-29 mpg!

Favorite Features

Cruise control, XM radio, OnStar

Suggested Improvements

Cannot think of any right now

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Is this a Saturn?

Written by: RON LANE on 08/23/2007

Vehicle

2007 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The people at Saturn got it totally right this time. I bought the XR model with Morrocan tan leather. It is very beauitful. Even some Lexsus owner friends of mine are jelous about the OnStar phone and service. This car has great get up and go and rides very smoothly. The manual to auto transmission shift is very cool. I am not sure but the gas mileage could be a little better. There are also a few appointments on the inside that could have been done just a bit better but for the price point, this car is an amazing value and a joy to drive.

Favorite Features

Comfortable seating. Smooth and powerful ride. OnStar service/phone. Stereo/mp3 player, leather seating, sun/moon roof, remote start, auto to manual tranny shift.

Suggested Improvements

Backseat stereo system should have a dvd/ mp3 input. Gas mileage could be a little better. Some of the interior parts have cheaper feel to them than others, the drink holder, the arm rest storage compartment and the door mouldings feel very flimsy. My moonroof has a slit on the inside rubber gasket.

0 out 1 people found this review helpful

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