Saturn Aura Hybrid

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What is it? As shown in Los Angeles, Saturn will fit its midsized Aura
sedan with the hybrid drivetrain from the current, and next-
generation, Vue crossover vehicle. The system is based on a 2.4-liter
four-cylinder engine with a four-speed automatic transmission. For
this application, the engine is supplemented by an electric motor/
generator and engine-management system to allow for electric energy to
be captured for supplementing the engine; to enable the engine to shut
down the engine when the car stops and start up quickly when needed;
and to create electricity from regenerative braking. Climate controls
allow the driver to select a more fuel-efficient "hybrid" mode for air
conditioning or a more traditional operation in higher temperatures.

What is new or notable: The Aura Green Line will be available in
spring 2007, priced near $23,000.