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2009 Saturn Aura Review
Solid sedan with European roots.
2009 Aura Review Summary & Specifications
The 2009 Saturn Aura is a classy, mid-size family sedan that compares well to the best cars in the class, namely the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. Aura combines European driving dynamics with contemporary styling and a nice interior. It's easy to drive and safe. The Aura XR V6 is smooth and powerful, while the four-cylinder XE and XR get an EPA-rated 22/33 mpg. The Aura Hybrid is rated at 26/34 mpg yet delivers strong, responsive performance.
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| Vehicle Category | Midsize Cars |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | Saturn Aura XE ($22,655); XR ($24,760); XR V6 ($27,150); Hybrid ($26,240) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.6-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 169-hp 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4; 252-hp 3.6-liter DOHC 24-valve V6; 164-hp 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4 plus 4kW electric motor |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | frontal airbags, side-impact airbags, curtain airbags for first and second rows; traction control, ABS, electronic stability control, traction control |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | none |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Kansas City, Kansas |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-522-5000 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.Saturn.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 22655 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Saturn Aura XR V6 ($27,150) |
| Standard Equipment | leather seats, steering wheel, and shift lever; 8-way power adjustable driver seat; heated front seats, electronic climate control; 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system with auxiliary input jack and redundant steering-wheel controls; XM radio; Bluetooth; cruise control; power windows; power locks; tilt/telescope steering wheel; trip computer; heated exterior mirrors with auto-dimming on driver's side; auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with compass; remote starter; fog lamps; 18-inch wheels |
| Destination Charge | 670 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Enhanced Convenience Package ($400) includes a 6-way power passenger seat and premium floor mats; 6CD changed ($300) |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 28520 |
| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 252 @ 6300 |
| Torque | 251 @ 3200 |
| Fuel Economy | 17/26 |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 |
| Length/Width/Height | 190.0/70.3/57.6 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 40.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.4/53.0/42.2 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.4/52.2/37.6 |
| Trunk Volume | 14.9 |
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| Towing Capacity | 1000 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, L-shaped lower arms, coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, four-link, coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar |
| Ground Clearance | |
| Curb Weight | 3605 |
| Stock Tires | P225/50R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/solid disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 |
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