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Chevrolet Malibu vs Saturn Aura

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2025 Chevrolet Malibu

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2009 Saturn Aura

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Overview

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetSaturn AuraXE
Selected trimLS FleetXE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20252009

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetSaturn AuraXE
MSRP$24,700$22,655 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,960 (best)—
Median listing price$16,997 (best)—
Highest listing price$18,888 (best)—
For sale now14 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetSaturn AuraXE
Combined MPG31 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG36 MPG (best)33 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal16.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetSaturn AuraXE
Horsepower163 hp169 hp (best)
Torque184 lb-ft (best)160 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetSaturn AuraXE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.7 cu ft (best)14.9 cu ft
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,135 lbs (best)3,436 lbs
Wheelbase111 in112.3 in (best)
Length194.2 in (best)190.9 in
Width73 in (best)70.3 in
Height57.9 in (best)57.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetSaturn AuraXE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)4

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet MalibuSaturn Aura
1

LS Fleet

$24,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XE

$22,655 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS

$25,800 MSRP

XR

$24,865 MSRP

3

RS

$26,800 MSRP

XR

$27,250 MSRP

4

1LT

$28,100 MSRP

Base

$26,325 MSRP

5

2LT

$31,500 MSRP

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Live inventory

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Chevrolet Malibu vs Saturn Aura FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2009 Saturn Aura?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2009 Saturn Aura on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2009 Saturn Aura?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Saturn Aura starts lower at $22,655. Live Chevrolet Malibu listings start at $12,960.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2009 Saturn Aura?
The 2009 Saturn Aura leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,655).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2009 Saturn Aura?
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2009 Saturn Aura?
The 2009 Saturn Aura leads on horsepower in this comparison (252).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2009 Saturn Aura?
The 2009 Saturn Aura leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2009 Saturn Aura?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Malibu (5/5 NHTSA overall); Saturn Aura (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).