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Saturn AURA and Mazda MX-5 Miata Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 15300 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Very good so far. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.2016		 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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  41 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 15300 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Very good so far. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.
28 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 65700 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.2006		 Mazda MX-5 Miata Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  28 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 65700 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year. Like other sports cars, low average odometer reading.

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Saturn AURA vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Saturn AURA and Mazda MX-5 Miata reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Saturn AURAs and Mazda MX-5 Miatas with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Saturn AURAs and Mazda MX-5 Miatas that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Saturn AURA and Mazda MX-5 Miata lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Saturn AURA and Mazda MX-5 Miata have been recently.

To see how frequently Saturn AURA and Mazda MX-5 Miata problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Saturn AURA

Saturn AURA Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Saturn seems to have a better image than a lot of other mainstream brands. see full Saturn AURA review
2007 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Saturn has a reputation for not so good cards, but it has changed. I would highly recommend an Aura and will be looking at a Vue or Outlook to replace our current SUV when that time comes. see full Saturn AURA review
Saturn AURA Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 GM on verge of bankruptcy. Saturn may be eliminated. see full Saturn AURA review
2007 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I have owned GM & Honda’s, My experience with the long term reliability of the Honda’s were impressive. I can’t say the same for GM. The General now says this car’s quality is up there with the best of them, only time will tell. see full Saturn AURA review
2007 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Overall, GM does not have as good a reputation as Honda or Toyota in terms of reliability, which is a major factor in my purchase decisions. I was largely willing to discount that concern on this purchase. see full Saturn AURA review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Mazda MX-5 Miata

Mazda MX-5 Miata Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD		 Excellent design history and reliability, excellent curb appeal see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2006 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD		 Be prepared for compliments and looks. This car attracts people. It looks good and is FUN FUN FUN. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2002 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic RWD		 Miatas have good reliability, and the Miata is the kind of car that makes everyone smile, and other MX5 owners wave. Really. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2002 2dr Convertible 142-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic RWD		 Very good reliability and value. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review