2010 Saturn Aura

The CarCody take

The 2010 Saturn Aura is a midsize gasoline car with front-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA combined rating is 26 MPG, with 22 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. The listed annual fuel cost is $2,600, and tailpipe CO2 is 341.81 grams per mile.

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a midsize gasoline car with front-wheel drive Highway-heavy driving where the 33 MPG rating applies Buyers choosing an automatic transmission

What it is

The 2010 Saturn Aura is a midsize car running on gasoline. It is part of the Saturn cars lineup.

The EPA numbers

The figure to use for everyday planning is 26 MPG combined. EPA city driving is rated at 22 MPG, while highway driving is 33 MPG.

Fuel cost and emissions

EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2,600. Tailpipe emissions are 341.81 grams of CO2 per mile.

How to read its chart figure

Set the Aura's 26 MPG combined figure beside other midsize cars when comparing fuel use. Its 22 city and 33 highway ratings show the spread between slower urban trips and steady highway travel.

Who it suits

This car suits a buyer seeking a midsize gasoline car with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. The 33 MPG highway rating favors drivers whose mileage includes substantial highway travel.

Trade-offs

The Aura's city rating is 22 MPG, lower than its 33 MPG highway rating, so stop-and-go driving uses more fuel by the EPA figures. Its listed annual fuel cost is $2,600, and its tailpipe CO2 rate is 341.81 grams per mile.

Verdict

Choose the Aura if a midsize car with gasoline power and front-wheel drive matches your needs. The key planning number is 26 MPG combined, with highway trips rated at 33 MPG. Budget $2,600 for a year's fuel under the listed EPA estimate. This is a practical fit for someone comparing conventional automatic cars and weighing city mileage against highway mileage, without seeking a different fuel type or drivetrain.