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The Aura is a real winner!
Dave, 12/02/2008
2009 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I think Saturn (GM) hit a home run with the Aura. It's sleek in an everyman's kind of way, has more useful gadgets than my toolbox, and the economy is outstanding. On the highway with cruise control at 70, I consistently enjoy 38 mpg; that's darn good in a non-hybrid mid-size sedan. The 2.4 liter 4-banger does just fine and I live in the mountains - of course, I'm not trying to jump every car off the line. The 6 speed automatic is smooth as glass, although with a bit of throttle hestitation - you do have to get used to it. I find the interior to be quite well done and ergonomically laid out. The seat fits me well and has proven quite comfortable on a 6 hour trip. I give Aura an A-.
Car That Works
FirstAura, 02/18/2009
2009 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Have owned a string of Hondas, Nissans and Toyotas and the Aura competes well with these vehicles while coming with more content at thousands less price. It was initially difficult to accept that it was a GM car. The 4 cyl performance works on hills and entering highways. Ride is quiet and will get better once OE tires are gone but that will take a long time. Mileage results so far support the EPA estimates. Looks great particularly since it comes with 17" wheels. Front seats are comfortable and adjust to fit (electric). Bluetooth for phone is a plus. Vehicle had preferred and convenience packages as no cost options. 5 star across safety!
Astounding
Mr Bruce, 03/22/2010
2009 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Wow, do I like this car. Great freeway cruiser, has almost identical dimensions to our Accord but 4 in longer wheelbase, which translates: smooth ride. Built on same platform as Saab 9-3. 6 speed trans works great, very responsive to shift down for speeding up or going up hills. Engine turns only 2k RPM at 70mph. Paddle shifters are handy at times but rarely use. Is eager to shift to overdrive for max fuel economy. If you can drive the speed limit, you can get 34 mpg highway. Very quiet, feels like a heavy, solid car but gets sporty when you throw it around. Nicely laid out interior is elegant and comfortable. I'm 6-3 and have lots of room. So sad these are the last of a great model.
Wish they still made these
Andrew, 08/15/2022
2009 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I replaced a 2005 Pontiac G6 GT that I loved and ran 320k miles with it's much stripped down sister, a 2009 Saturn Aura XE. It retains the great parts of this sedan platform - it's driving dynamics and space. I don't miss the V6 so much, because the 2.4L they used is a fantastic engine. The six speed transmission is also fantastic. It's punchy, and the fuel economy is just great, I get no less than 400 miles from a tank. This iteration is also an extremely reliable car. I am about to pass 150k miles on a decade+ old car, and there really hasn't been problems yet at all. I've had to replace a rim I bent, a mirror I broke off and a front speaker I blew. There was an issue with the headlamp wire that only cost $40 to repair. There was a problem with the brake pedal position sensor that would have been $450 to replace the brake pedal assembly, but even at 10 years old, General Motors had a bulletin that in rare cases it still fails after work done under a recall and they had the dealer fix it for only $70. I love the rear LED taillamps, pretty rare for a 2009. It liked to burn out low beam bulbs and they aren't fun to change, but I upgraded them to LED and that's that. I'm on my third set of brakes, third set of tires, and no sign of suspension parts wearing out let, even with being a spirited driver. The driver door power lock doesn't work all the time now, might just need some grease. My pain point with it is it's steering feel at higher highway speeds. I wish it had a little more resistance. I'd still rather have electric steering and not hydraulic. It's ABS/TCS is very well done and the car does well in the winter. It's a safe, reliable economic and inexpensive product from GM. I wish they still made these.
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Buying Another One
PMM, 11/17/2009
2009 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned so many cars that I can't even list. I must admit that when you look at the complete package of price, performance, features, mileage, looks and comfort that you can't beat the Aura. Get an XR 4cyl under $20k and you will be extremely happy. I constantly get 30mpg in combo driving. Don't worry about Saturn going away, all Chevy tech's can work on it and your good for 100k warranty miles. I put 15k on my first one and am getting ready to buy a 2nd one for the family for $18k. The person that speaks about the transmission is misinformed. This is one of the best 6sp/4cyl in the world. Also, in every car if you roll down just the back windows you get a noise. I am not a GM empl.