2009 Saturn Aura Speaker Sizes
The 2009 Saturn Aura factory audio system features an a-pillar location that accepts a 1 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear deck lid accommodate 6.5 inch and 6x9 inch units respectively. Component replacement and audio upgrade procedures involve utilizing tweeter, midbass, and full-range compatible speaker types.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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2009 Saturn Aura Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 12009 Saturn Aura Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2009 Saturn Aura contains three distinct speaker locations with varying sizes, suggesting a multi-component audio architecture that separates high-frequency reproduction from mid and low-frequency output.
- Front door panels accommodate 6.5 inch drivers that can function as either midbass units in a component system or standalone full-range speakers, providing flexibility in replacement strategy depending on whether the A-pillar tweeters are utilized.
- A-pillar mounting positions support 1 inch tweeters, which would typically handle frequencies above 3-4 kHz when paired with midbass drivers in the front doors as part of a component speaker configuration.
- Rear deck lid positions accept 6x9 inch full-range speakers, a size that generally offers greater low-frequency extension compared to the 6.5 inch front locations due to increased cone area and longer voice coil throw potential.
- Replacing front door speakers likely takes priority for sound quality improvement, as these positions handle the majority of frequency content and provide the primary soundstage for front seat occupants.
- The presence of dedicated tweeter locations suggests that selecting component speakers for the front stage may yield better imaging and frequency response compared to coaxial alternatives, assuming the factory crossover points are appropriate or aftermarket crossovers are installed.
- Rear deck speakers contribute fill and ambience but typically receive less critical listening focus, making them secondary candidates for replacement unless rear passenger audio quality is a specific concern.
- Both Single DIN and Double DIN radio compatibility indicates flexibility in head unit replacement, which can affect power delivery to replacement speakers if factory amplification is bypassed or supplemented.