Still, it's strong, silent and easy on the eyes; the car it replaces, the long-gone L-Series, could claim none of that. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 Chevrolet , 1-800-762-2737 Pontiac , 1-800-553-6000 Saturn. Aside from the mirror-mounted OnStar interface detailed above, the only other notable tech features of the Aura Hybrid's cabin are its three hybrid-related instrument gauges. The Aura is part of a grand plan to transform Saturn with a veritable buffet of new products. The Saturn Aura Green Line generally fulfills its mission of being a stripped-down, entry-level hybrid. Indeed, our expectations were high. And no amount of cartwheels and balloons could mask the fact that most of its competitors could run rings, so to speak, around Saturn in terms of quality and character.
Politicians from across America made pilgrimages to Detroit, bearing state tax breaks and other incentives, hoping to attract to their states what was billed as a revolutionary new approach to car manufacturing. The Aura surprisingly has a much more powerful engine than the Civic and the Prius: 164 hp vs. Where it struggles is on the inside, with an interior that has too many problems to be considered among the best in the segment. With the five-minute sort process complete, drivers have a very intuitive and easy-to-use means of navigating dozens of songs on their homemade discs. The Bottom Line The 2007 Saturn Aura Green Line succeeds in its mission statement of being a cheap hybrid. The 2007 Saturn Aura won the prestigious 2007 North American Car of the Year award, and is a recommended vehicle.
The manufacturer distributed an Interim letter to customers on July 14, 2014. The four-link independent rear suspension provided solid handling as we wound our way through the hills and dales surrounding Santa Barbara. The OnStar rep told us that this kind of outage happened from time to time, and that there was a workaround: she would read out a list of the turn-by-turn directions, which we could record and play back to ourselves throughout the journey. Key standard features include dual-stage frontal, side-curtain and thorax protection air bags, along with StabiliTrak electronic stability control and the OnStar safety and security system. Currently the Saturn Aura Hybrid has a score of 8. There are a few glitches, but nothing that would cause you to steer clear.
The Aura Hybrid also has a trunk that is larger than competing hybrids. Keep an eye out for a third Aura to come in spring 2007: a hybrid sharing its gasoline-electric components with the new Vue Green Line. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 Chevrolet , 1-800-762-2737 Pontiac , 1-800-553-6000 Saturn. Under the hood Saturn's cut-price hybrid relies on cut-price technology. The recall began in September 2014. However, three butts in back is snug—a telltale sign that this car was intended primarily for European consumption. Our Take on the 2007 Saturn Aura Serving as a replacement for the forgettable L-Series, the new Saturn Aura marks a renewed attempt by the brand to establish itself in the midsize sedan market.
Saturn delivers a reasonably-equipped package, even with the base model, including safety features such as anti-lock braking and traction control. All models are front-wheel drive. The basic warranty lasts for three years or 36,000 miles. There are some telltale details, such as hydraulic ride bushings, intended to provide crisp handling, while also isolating ride noise. The recall began on August 18, 2014. But the Aura, which debuted this year, is dressed to impress. And the fun and affordable Sky roadster has provided a shiny halo for the brand.
What is the Predicted Reliability: The Aura is too young for accurate reliability information to be available. The Saturn Aura Hybrid has a small electric motor and four-cylinder engine, which is paired to a four-speed automatic transmission. Even on tight, fast turns, the Aura delivers very little body roll. Luckily we haven't taken any long trips requiring lots of bags. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 Chevrolet , 1-800-762-2737 Pontiac , 1-800-553-6000 Saturn. If in the used car market for a mid sized sedan, stay away from The Saturn Aura.
The Aura Green Line delivers an appropriate balance between fuel economy and cabin comfort with an air conditioning system with two selectable modes. Front suspension rebuild at 39,000 miles and again at 105,000 miles, electronic gremlins galore. The Bad Behind the Aura Green Line's bland exterior lies an even blander cabin. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders. And if you think my experience is unique, be aware that another Aura was towed in during my last visit for its second experience for not starting. The manufacturer distributed an Interim letter to customers on July 14, 2014. The Good The 2007 Saturn Aura Green Line offers significantly improved fuel economy over its gasoline-only equivalent.
We found the same with the Aura Hybrid. So is the Aura a Camry-killer? I would have chosen leather but this car was the only one on the lot and last time I checked the dealer never got another one from Saturn that was a hybrid. The Aura is based on the same safe, solid architecture as the Saab 9-3, which sells for thousands of dollars more. If you're in the market for an affordable midsize car, you should also consider and. I'm not sure how well it was maintained before it got to me, but eventually the power steering went out. If it didn't have the power steering issue, it was a great first car.