2008 Saturn Aura Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
20 - 25 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(99 Total Reviews)
New Saturn Owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I've had my Saturn for about 3 months and so far have loved every minute! My 4yr old and 2yr old fit perfectly in the backseat with their carseats. I am disappointed we couldn't find this car in our price range that had leather because the cloth seats are already showing wear and one drop of water makes it look like a ugly stain. It rides smooth at 75mph and my highway mpg is 31 and my city mpg is 26-27.
Favorite Features
The look - Very hot! XM radio is nice and the car is very roomy - fits my 2 children perfectly.
Suggested Improvements
You can't really adjust the radio (i.e. bass, treble, etc) - doesn't have a lot of 'bump', better cloth for seats, make the tilt wheel easier to adjust
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Update of previous review
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Now that I have had the car for a while, I can now say I am more than pleased with it. I have discovered that using semi-synthetic oil helps a bit with gas mileage, as does putting better tires on the car. Now getting 22 mpg in town and 34 on the highway. Better than with regular oil. The ride, quiet and handling are vastly better with Continental 225/50/17 DWS tires than the OEM ones. All in all, a lot of bang for the buck. Too bad they are going away. I'll be driving mine into the ground since it works so well for my needs.
Favorite Features
The XE6 with sunroof and power driver seat has all the right stuff to make the car a comfortable and great handling travelling car.
Suggested Improvements
A little late for these: rear seat arm rest, sturdier front armrest-easy to break tabs off sliding arm rest when opening the storage areas.
ONE GREAT CAR
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
I have owned this car since 01/08 and bought it new. i am extremely happy with it in everyway. it rides as smooth as all of the other cars that i looked at in the $40 to $50,000 ranges and looks just as nice if not better. I have had hundreds of people looking at it and asking what kind of car it was and who made it because of it's beauty. I am especially impressed with it's smoothness and gas miledge. others may have rated this Saturn low but as for me two thumbs up Saturn.
Favorite Features
interior design and leather seats. also the factory wheel size is nice.
Suggested Improvements
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
I hate my Saturn Aura XR
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 1 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
This has been one of the worst cars I've ever owned!! Major electronic issues -(blows fuses, radio speakers quit working randomly, none of the onboard computer info works properly, alarm goes off without being set) - Transmission - will not downshift normally, ex: must hold throttle completely to floor on a hill as car will be in 4th gear at 800rpms, will shift in neutral (while in drive), redline, then downshift to 2nd gear, car takes off backwards while on any slight hill as if it were in neutral - Horrible gas mileage (11-14 mpg) - Dealership is horrible...they always tell me there's nothing wrong, its completely normal for these things to happen & it's too complicated for them to explain.
Favorite Features
None
Suggested Improvements
Crush it and start over!!!
1 out 4 people found this review helpful
Great car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this car to tow behind my motor home. I'm a full timer and tow it a lot. Great all around gas milage, great ride, looks real nice. So far my only complaint is the key fob failed to function properly and had to be replaced by dealer. If Saturn continues to around ,I will buy another and I hope it does
Favorite Features
Handling and ease getting into trafic
Suggested Improvements
A little beter gas milage
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Thrilled and disappointed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
XEV6 has the right stuff to make it nice to drive. Amazing ride and performance but gas mileage not much better than a 1998 DeVille. For my tastes and budget it's a CTS at a Chevy price and better looking to boot. Multiadjustable power driver's seat is a must for taller drivers. A/C system is pretty much useless on hot days or if the car has been sitting in the sun for a while. Takes quite a while to cool down, even at the maximum cooling settings. Saturn dealer says this is normal. I guess I'm just spoiled from driving Cadillacs for 25 years. Now if Cadillac could make their cars as reliable as the XEV6, they'd really have something.
Favorite Features
Cargo space with the back seats down is fantastic. Lots of features for the money. Doors open wide for easy access. Remote with illuminated entry and trunk release is great. Styling is spot on overall. Drives like a 3-series BMW but with features of a top model.
Suggested Improvements
Arm rest for the back seats would be nice. Indicator lights in gear selector would be helpful at night. Soup up the A/C system for better comfort. Better fit for small cubby to the left of the steering wheel, I occasionally bump it open when exiting the car.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
XR
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
plenty of power! Handles well, paddle shifting makes car fun to drive
Favorite Features
engine,heated seats, paddle shifting, handling
Suggested Improvements
none
Best Car I ever Had
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XR 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Review
This is my 4th Saturn car and I loved them all never a problem. I now have the 2008 Aura XR and we just love this car.Very comfortable to drive the stereo system is a delight for a great sound. Leather seats are very comfortable and in our cold climate the heated seats are just great. Gas milage is acceptable and the 6 cylinder engine a dream to drive.
Favorite Features
1-sun roof- 2-sound system- 3 leather seats heated.
Suggested Improvements
arm rest front seat should have a lock position.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Nice looking but rides like a buckboard.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I look the style and looks of my Aura. However it rides like a buckboard at around 55 mph. Had it back to the dealer when I frist got it over and over. They were never able to resolve the issue. And the left compartment will not stay closed they also worked on it over and over. I just don't use it. I drive a lot of highway miles 40,000 a year so most times I am over the 55 mph's were the bumpy ride is. Dealership has been a disappointment. I was also a little shocked to see how much value the car had lost in one year.
Favorite Features
Like like the sun roof and the volume, speed .... controls located on the wheel.
Suggested Improvements
Fine out why the cars does not have a smooth ride. And put American made tires on the car. After all it is an American car right?
1 out 3 people found this review helpful
Great mileage
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Saturn Aura XE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is the best car I have ever owned. I get 34.5 mpg. hwy and 27.5 in the city. The only negative I would mention is that it makes a rubbing sound when backing up and the dealer told me that is standard.
Favorite Features
Customer conviences; adjustable arm rest, get storage, additional info on the steering wheel, great trunk space, and most importantly comfort.
Suggested Improvements
None
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
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