1996 Saab 9000 Consumer Reviews

Great Saab !!!

Written by: Bimmerboy on 05/25/2007

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr CS Turbo Hatchback

Review

My car is a fully loaded CS Turbo. Love it, it's easy to maintain and has a nice smooth ride. A great long haul car.

Favorite Features

Interior space, standard equipment, turbo, very comfortable ride, handling.

Suggested Improvements

More power at least 190 HP, fuel economy, wish the 4-speed auto was a 5-speed auto, brighter headlamps.

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STILL PERFECT... but

Written by: Laurent on 07/06/2006

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr Aero Turbo Hatchback

Review

Last time, I made an issue about the interior. (It hasn't change since its intoduction in 1986) I still do. BUT this car has 152K on it and she still flys!! I had gone 125mph racing Mustangs, BMW, and Corvettes. The fastest I ever went was appox 137mph. I cannot believe the engine is still this strong. I did not modify anything on this car. The car still gets a mix loop (city/highway) of 26mpg.

Favorite Features

Strong engine

Suggested Improvements

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Fast, fun, familiy friendly

Written by: Emile on 03/19/2005

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr CSE Turbo Hatchback

Review

i bought the 9000 CSE 5/speed manual from a dealer with about 82k miles on it because I needed a car big enough to carry kids and musical gear, but didn't want a wagon and also wanted something sporty enough to suit my driving habits. The Saab is great--rear seat room better than my wife's Volvo, handling excellent for a front-wheel driver, acceleration very good (wish I had a Aero, though) and overall build impressive. The car has 95 k on it now and still feels tight and composed. I LOVE the "trunk." I can fit three big guitar cases back there without folding down the seat; when i do, i can cram an amazing amout of stuff in there.

Favorite Features

Handling on twisty roads, quick steering, great acceleration when you hit the turbo right. Very comfortable seats with lots of room front and back, very nice sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Shifter is a little balky--long throw. it's a small think, but i hate the intermittent wiper's timing and the fact that there's only one setting. The climate control works well, but it's a little cumbersome to operate and can be nosiy. Visibility when backing up can make parking difficult.

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Best car I've had out of many

Written by: jrbldr on 03/01/2005

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr CS Turbo Hatchback

Review

I bought this one used, with 80k on it, but full service rec's. Now has 130k and no mechanical problems other than one wheel bearing, and it gave plenty of notice. It has proven to be a jewel of a car - roomy, fast and very comfortable on road trips - with outstanding fuel economy (28-30 mpg). The headlights are awesome and will turn night into day on a lonely highway. I also have the factory Thule roof rack which goes on or off in 3 minutes, and I often carry bikes on trips to other states. With the hatchback, roomy trunk and roof rack, who needs an SUV? I have one, but I only use it for towing and hauling. A good car like this one is so much nicer.

Favorite Features

The seats (heated and very supportive), the excellent high speed handling and the flexibility of the hatchback design. The engine still does not burn a drop between changes. Headlights and climate controls are amazing (those Swedes!).

Suggested Improvements

Needs a new battery every three years. The car is a bit clunky around town due to the tall gearing, stiff clutch and turbo, but never really complains. It's just an older design. Where it shines is on the open road, especially two lane highways taken at speed.

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A great car

Written by: Oldguytoo on 10/05/2004

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr Aero Turbo Hatchback

Review

Bought used with just under 100k miles. Now at 170k and still going strong. Power to spare, need to be carefull of torque-steer. Comfortable, extremely reliable, only thing other than tires and brakes I've replaced are water pump and belts. Great seats and plenty of space inside. Very good mileage if I keep my foot out of the turbo.

Favorite Features

Interior space, reliability, quality of materials.

Suggested Improvements

Shorter throw on shifter, better stability in S's.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Be prepared to LOOSE big bucks

Written by: bigloser on 07/31/2004

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr CSE Turbo Hatchback

Review

I just sold my Saab.. it only had 47,000 miles on it. Everything was starting to go wrong--lots of electrical problems. What a shock to find out how much this car lost in value. I would NEVER own a SAAB again. Follow your own road-- what a hype!

Favorite Features

Power

Suggested Improvements

IMPROVE RESALE

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Bad reliability, but good drive

Written by: RI guy on 03/03/2004

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr CS Turbo Hatchback

Review

just what my title says

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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Love this car!

Written by: kmcdon on 02/08/2004

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr CS Turbo Hatchback

Review

I walked into the Saab dealership 8 years ago "just looking" at the 900 series. I test drove the 900 and then just as a comparison, test drove the 9000 and was sold immediately on the 9000. This car was used with 15,000 miles on it. The comfort, the feel, the sense of strength, performance (turbo) and the fact that you can fit a full size refridgerator in the back - sold me. I own the hatchback model and it is my sporty version of a wagon. I have not had any major problems with the car and it has just reached the 97,000 mile mark. I highly recommend this model.

Favorite Features

Hatchback *turbo *Power Sunroof *Leather *heated seats *stereo security pad *built in fold down cup holders for passengers *Secruity system *MPG - 25 **alert feature of how many miles you have to go before you run out of gas.

Suggested Improvements

Would have loved a cup holder for the driver.

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excellent car

Written by: vssaab on 01/18/2004

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr Aero Turbo Hatchback

Review

great car. this is my third saab in 18 years. love everything about it. from performance to fuel economy plus plenty of room. hate tne 95 GM influence made it just another japenese car.

Favorite Features

turbo

Suggested Improvements

have saab come back to be a saab.

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Second 9000 Doesn't Disappoint

Written by: susan on 07/19/2003

Vehicle

1996 Saab 9000 4 Dr CS Turbo Hatchback

Review

My second SAAB 9000 (10 years after my first - which unfortunately I lost in a one car accident) is a dependable, enjoyable touring sedan with features comparable with new cars of today. It truly is a pleasure to drive. Maintenance intervals all well timed and I've had no problems. Will consider another SAAB when the need arises.

Favorite Features

Comfortable seating and ample leg room, strong headlamps make night driving a breeze, fast pickup and smooth driving, large trunk and overall classy interior design. Climatized comfort controls in easy reach.

Suggested Improvements

Trunk lid alittle too high, creating a blind spot when backing up.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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