Another revelation: The feedback from the brake pedal is good, but the braking system's decent stopping power could be a little better. Putting it through its paces out on a winding road proved to be more rewarding: The handling and steering feel were good overall but would benefit greatly from a more performance-oriented set of tires. The Aura worked better weaving through the slalom, displaying a more moderate degree of push. The Aura carries the bulk of its mass up front - our measurements yielded a 61/39 weight distribution - so the car demonstrated heavy understeer when circling the skidpad, posting a not-so-hot 0.77g. Out at the track, it was a different story when we put this front-wheel-driver through our standard testing. The ride quality is very refined and comfortable, but the smooth, softly-sprung suspension that serves it so well out on the highway comes with a price.
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Īnother feather in its cap: Many cool upgrade accessories can be had at a bargain price - from leather trim (an $800 option) to the stylish two-tone, textured Moroccan leather for only $100 more and XM satellite radio is a steal at only $199. The look, material quality and fit and finish inside the cabin have not only made major strides over previous Saturn models but the styling is arguably snazzier-looking than latest. This new-look 4-door mirrors the enticing show car unveiled a couple of years back at the Detroit auto show its supple lines and broad wheel arches (unfortunately not as big and bold-looking as those on the original concept machine) are welcome eye candy in the segment's otherwise me-too, white-bread offerings. "The Aura delivers solid road manners, great looks inside and out and tremendous value." That's how Deputy Editor Matt DeLorenzo summed up all-new sedan when he penned a feature in the October 2006 issue.
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