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2009 Saturn Aura
At a Glance
| Pricing | $22,430 - $26,925 |
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| Drive Types | FWD |
| Engines | I4 (164-bhp), I4 (169-bhp), V6 (252-bhp) |
| Transmissions | A4, A6 |
| Fuel Economy | 17-26 (city), 26-34 (highway) |
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| Velocity Index | 59 |
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Saturn finally gets a decent mid-size
Overview Information
The Aura is Saturn's entry in to the midsized sedan segment. The attractive interior is a pleasant departure from the sea of plastic that plagued earlier Saturn vehicles. A 4-panel sliding Panoramic roof offers a greater open-air experience. The model range offers four-cylinder, hybrid and V6 powertrain options. Non-hybrid models are equipped with a six-speed automatic to maximize fuel economy. A total of six airbags and Stabilitrak(R) stability control are standard.
What Changed:
The 3.5L V6 has been dropped from the lineup. The 2.4L four-cylinder is now available in XE and XR trim levels. Hybrid models get new 17 inch wheels and tires.
Official Word:
For 2009, the Saturn Aura midsize sport sedan demonstrates that fuel efficiency-minded customers don't have to sacrifice uplevel amenities such as a six-speed automatic transmission, leather seating, alloy wheels and Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity, as a new 2.4L four-cylinder Aura XR model joins the Saturn family. Saturn also has good news for those seeking to go further on a gallon of gas: Both Aura XE and XR four-cylinder models achieve EPA fuel economy of 33 mpg...Read.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
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| Aura XE | 2.4l I4 (169-bhp) | A6 | FWD | 46 | $22,430 |
| Aura XR-4 | 2.4l I4 (169-bhp) | A6 | FWD | 46 | $24,535 |
| Aura XR-V6 | 3.6l V6 (252-bhp) | A6 | FWD | 59 | $26,925 |
| Aura Hybrid | 2.4l I4 (164-bhp) | A4 | FWD | 41 | $26,015 |
