2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid Consumer Reviews

30 in town, 37 on highway

Written by: Francis on 11/05/2008

Vehicle

2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

Bought this last September and it has been a blast to drive. I am getting around 37 on the freeway and 30 in town without doing anything special. I do try to keep the "Eco" light on. I expect better next few months as I have been driving "no brake" when possible. Comfortable and quiet, yet plenty of power with four adults on trip to Chicago. Most driving is city with weekend runs to Chicago from St. Louis.

Favorite Features

Engine off at idle.

Suggested Improvements

I wish they had a pearlesence white.

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Biggest Car Mistake of my Life

Written by: Miami Resident on 10/01/2008

Vehicle

2009 Saturn Aura Hybrid 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid 4A)

Review

Bought this car a few weeks ago. Really excited. Sticker claims 26MPG City, 34 HWY, 29 Combined. It gets 18 MPG in the city. No better under any circumstances. No matter how hard I try to improve the mpg, it does get better in the city. Both the dealer and GM say there is nothing wrong with the car. It is 3 MPG less than the lowest MPG range stated on the sticker. I have never felt more deceived by a car manufacturer in my life. Most gas only vehicles in this class would produce better mileage. I could not possibly recommend this vehicle to anyone. GM/Satun claims that you need to drive the car at least 5000 miles to see any increase in fuel economy.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling

Suggested Improvements

Improve the hybrid dramatically and recalculate the Est. MPGs accurately. Deceptive advertising IMO

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