#12

in Affordable Midsize Cars

Based on analysis of 61 Aura reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $22,655 - $27,250
Invoice: $21,182 - $25,479
MPG: 22 City / 33 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:8.3
Performance:8.2
Exterior:8.3
Interior:7.9
Safety:8.7
Reliability:6.0
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Safety - What the Auto Press Says

The 2009 Aura achieved excellent safety scores in federal government crash testing -- missing a perfect set of scores only because of a near-perfect rollover rating. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety hasn't tested the 2009 model, but the 2008 Aura achieved "Good" (the highest rating) scores in both front- and side-impact testing.  Electronic Stability Control, once optional, is now standard. Six airbags are standard, and GM points to one free year of its OnStar service as an additional safety feature.

  • "Antilock brakes, traction control, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags are standard." -- Cars.com
  • "Wide windshield posts partially block visibility when turning corners." -- MSN
Review Last Updated: 10/1/09