Saturn Aura MPG
EPA fuel economy for 13 Saturn Aura trims sold from 2007 to 2010. Best ever: 29 MPG (2009 Aura Hybrid). Latest model year 2010: 20 to 26 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Saturn Aura fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2010 Saturn Aura to fuel is the Aura, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, FFV (26 MPG) at $2,400 a year. The Aura, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $720 a year and $3,600 over five years.
| 2010 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aura | 2.4 L, 4 cyl, FFV | Auto (S6) | FWD | Gasoline or E85 | 26 | $2,400 | cheapest |
| Aura | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 26 | $2,400 | cheapest |
| Aura | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 20 | $3,120 | +$720 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Saturn Aura MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 26 | 22 | 33 | Aura, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, FFV, Auto (S6) | 3 |
| 2009 | 29 | 26 | 34 | Aura Hybrid, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto 4-spd | 3 |
| 2008 | 27 | 24 | 32 | Aura Hybrid, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
| 2007 | 27 | 24 | 32 | Aura Hybrid, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto 4-spd | 3 |
Every Saturn Aura trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Aura | 2.4 L, 4 cyl, FFV | Auto (S6) | FWD | Gasoline or E85 | 22 | 33 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 2010 | Aura | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 2010 | Aura | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2009 | Aura Hybrid | 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 | 306 | $2,150 |
| 2009 | Aura | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 22 | 33 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 2009 | Aura | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2008 | Aura Hybrid | 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 2008 | Aura | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 | 355 | $2,500 |
| 2008 | Aura | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | 29 | 22 | 404 | $2,840 |
| 2008 | Aura | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
| 2007 | Aura Hybrid | 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 2007 | Aura | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | 28 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2007 | Aura | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | Regular | 17 | 26 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2010 Midsize Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Toyota Prius | 50 | 51 | 48 |
| 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid FWD | 39 | 41 | 36 |
| 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid FWD | 39 | 41 | 36 |
| 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid | 34 | 35 | 33 |
| 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid | 34 | 33 | 34 |
| 2010 Nissan Versa | 30 | 28 | 34 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Saturn Aura?
The most efficient Saturn Aura the EPA has rated is the 2009 Aura Hybrid at 29 MPG combined (26 city, 34 highway).
What MPG does the 2010 Saturn Aura get?
2010 Saturn Aura trims range from 20 to 26 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Saturn Aura has the worst fuel economy?
The 2010 Aura is the lowest rated at 20 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Saturn Aura for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2010 Saturn Aura to fuel is the Aura, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, FFV (26 MPG) at $2,400 a year. The Aura, 3.6 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $720 a year and $3,600 over five years.
More from Saturn: every Saturn model. Fuel types on this model: Gasoline or E85, Regular. EPA classes: Midsize Cars.