Saturn Aura Oil Type & Capacity
The Saturn Aura takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5 qt with a filter change, on 2009 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2008 models take 5-5.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 5W-30 | 5 qt |
| 2008 | 5W-30 | 5-5.5 qt |
| 2007 | 5W-30 | 4 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Aura year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Saturn Aura take?
The Saturn Aura takes 5W-30 engine oil, about 5 qt with a filter change, on 2009 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2008 models take 5-5.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Saturn Aura take?
About 5 qt with a filter change on 2009 models, and 5-5.5 qt on 2008 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Saturn Aura?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2009: 5W-30; 2008: 5W-30; 2007: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.