Trim Report

Saturn Aura XR2008

Includes:AURA|XR
$999
Starting From
16
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 16 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $999
Max $8,376
From $999
Fresh

XR Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,000
$2K–$7K
10 listings110,000 avg miles
XE
From$1,893
27 listings|$2K–$12K
XR
From$999
16 listings|$999–$8K

2008 Saturn Aura XR Pricing

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Where to Find Saturn Aura XR

Location data for all 2008 Saturn Aura trims combined

16States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (14%), but the remaining listings are spread across 15 other states nationwide.

Saturn Aura Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Saturn Aura trims

High Concern

The 2008 Saturn Aura has a high safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 432 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
432
Complaints
18
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 432 owners have filed complaints about the 2008 Saturn Aura. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train92
02Steering71
03Electrical System20
04Air Bags15
05Service Brakes14
432 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Saturn Aura Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Saturn Aura trims

20–27mpg combined
·
17-24city
·
26-32hwy
·
$2,500-$3,400/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2008 Saturn Aura returns 20–27 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Aura Hybrid - Automatic 4-spd
27mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Aura - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Aura - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city29 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Aura - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2008 Saturn Aura XR FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XR compare to other Saturn Aura trims?

The XR occupies a distinct position in the Saturn Aura range. See how it stacks up on the 2008 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Saturn Aura XR?

Maintenance costs for the XR align with the broader Saturn Aura ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is power train. Check the 2008 Saturn Aura page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Saturn Aura XR?

For the XR, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Saturn Aura buyer's guide.

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