The Saturn Aura is a mid size car produced under the Saturn brand of American automaker General Motors. In the International Auto show in January 2005 Saturn Aura was introduced as a concept car for the North American market. Although Saturn did not intend to use the name 'Aura' however the concept was so popular that the name was used. The Saturn Aura replaced the Saturn L Series, which was stopped from the 2005 model year. The Aura is one of the most successful important models for both Saturn and General Motors. The Aura won the North American Car of the Year prize for 2007. Calendar Year Total American sales 2005 n/a 2006 19,746 2007 59,964 2008 59,380
Design The exterior of Saturn Aura was new yet similar to the European Opel Vectra. The main features include the folding side mirrors and side marker lights, an integrated radio antenna in the rear window, a chrome appearance package available on XR models and standard 17 inch wheels with five spoke wheels. The interior of the Saturn Aura came with advanced options like the saddle leather and paddle shifters and option for back seat radio controls.