11/25/2023 0 Comments 2007 saturn aura reviews![]() Other than that, it is a winner."Love me, love me, say that you love me." The only thing that would complete the package is a manual transmission. Maybe its because we had such good memories with our 1993 Saturn that I grew connected to this Aura. After I got out of this car, I could not stop thinking about this car. Sure, the quality is not the best but it is easy to overlook that simply because of the way it drives. It really is a compelling alternative to the typical Accord/Camry/Altima clan. It really is a shame that when Saturn was terminated, the Aura went down with it. The trunk is a decent size, and the trunk lid is nicely outlined. The low roofline means access is not as easy as it should be. Rear visibility is problematic as it is obscured by thick rear pillars. However they can be uncomfortable due to being sloped at an awkward angle, and they are mounted too low. The cloth seats are comfortable although some may find them not soft enough. I thought it was odd that there was no gear selector indicator in the gauges. The controls are intuitive, and the gauges are easy to read. However, the dash feels soft to the touch. The storage compartments are not very well finished, and many surfaces feel like they will break off. There are panel misgaps everywhere, and the center console is flimsy. While it is noticeably better than GM’s other products, it is lacking. Unfortunately, the fit and finish is a reminder of GM’s cost cutting days. The V6 is boomy at low revs but then it transcends into a growl as you floor it. Wind noise is suppressed but the suspension clunks over some road surfaces. The 3.6 liter V6 is refined, and there is no unwanted vibration or grumble. When it comes to refinement, the Aura fares well in this aspect. For 2008, the Aura XE received a 169 horsepower four cylinder engine as its standard engine and a six speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy is lackluster at around 20 mpg overall. It is not very responsive, and it could shift better. On the XE version, a four speed transmission is standard (XR versions make due with a six speed). At low revs, it lags in response but go past 3,000 rpm and it pulls. Acceleration is good, and the Aura feels quick overall. This XE version comes with a 224 horsepower 3.6 liter V6 engine (XR versions have a 252 horsepower version of the same engine). Bumps are present but they are not intrusive or uncomfortable. The only flaw I have with the handling is the steering’s road feel. I was amazed at its tire grip, and how no matter how hard I pushed, the tires would not squeal at all. There is a sense of fluidity that enables it to carve corners so well. It is nicely balanced and always quick to turn. Some people may find the steering too heavy, but to me, the steering weight is ideal. To sum up, the Aura is a good looking sedan inside and out. The interior is appealing and inviting, and the orange lighting is reminiscent of older Saturns, including our 1993 SL. The interior is similar to other GM models, or more specifically Chevrolet models. For some reason, I really like the wheel design as they are unusual but they accentuate the athletic design nicely. The taillights are slightly too banal for my taste. A single bar running across the trunk lid finishes off the look. It is well detailed as evident by the exhaust opening and the bumper design. The window line is crisp, and the shapely fender flares give it some athleticism to the side profile. The side profile is the most exciting aspect of this sedan. Prominent headlights and a nicely trimmed grille with a single chrome bar help complete the look. With that said, it is a clean and minimalist design. The front end is completely identical to an Opel/Vauxhall Vectra. It was discontinued in 2009 due to Saturn being terminated as a result of GM’s bankruptcy. ![]() It was a success as it garnered the North America Car of 2007 award. Based closely off the European Opel Vectra, the Aura combined a European driving experience with European styling. Replacing the disappointing L-Series family sedan, the Aura was intended to revitalize Saturn. With that in mind, I was excited to review a Saturn. It was aquamarine blue but in certain light, it was green. When I think of Saturn, I think of the 1993 Saturn SL that we had when I was growing up. In 1985, Saturn was created as a response to the successful Japanese automobile imports in the USA.
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