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Saabaru?
Paul, 12/14/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Nice car. Drives nice, roomy, comfortable, AWD, economical, and great price. Good warranty and it is a Subaru (Subaru, known for its reliability, made the car -base on Impreza- GM worked on quieter and upscale interior look.) Many people asked me what kind of car was it and if I ordered it from Europe
nice awd wagon for cheap money
old_wrx_owner, 07/12/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2001 wrx sedan and loved it (until the turbo lag got to me). i replaced it with a 325xi sedan. but my dog-toting lifestyle demands more space then a 325xi has, so i needed a wagon. i didn;t want to spend much but i needed awd. thanks to the gm employee discount, i got a 9-2x linear for $17,300. so far the car has been great. i drove it from Texas to New York and back (4,300 miles) and it didn't even burn any oil! the brakes are a little mushy just like the ones on my wrx.
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Love it, love it, love it
jbird, 07/18/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my Saab 92X and don't care if its part Suburu. Its the best of both reliability, stability, and style. Perfect for a person with an active life style. Great even with few options, but wish I would've gotten leather for easier cleaning.
Performance
Lisa, 01/03/2006
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Saab 1/2005. It is my 3rd Saab. This wagon has been terrific in bad weather conditions such as snow, ice, and rain. I have driven it to Tahoe on many occasions and it has been very steady and easy to handle. The winter package has been a plus. The wagon is getting about 28 mpg as I mostly drive it freeway. Occasionally I am getting 29-30 - but I have a rack on and that does affect this. So far, I have been very pleased and found that with all the sports I do, it has made a great work/sport car without being a gas hog.
Exellent Value
Markart, 07/19/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you like the proven reliability of a Subaru and Saab styling this Saabaru is a great buy.
Revenge of the Nerd
JD94, 06/24/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Remember freshman year of high school, when the nerdiest, scrawniest kid from junior high walked into homeroom, huge with a mustache? That's what this car reminds me of. At first glance, it looks like a harmless suby impreza wagon, look again, it's a wrx, one more peak, is that a saab? The 92x is a great car. It is fun to drive, handles well in all climates, it can get decent gas mileage, and if pushed, can accelerate like a fighter jet. I was trying to explain what it looked like to a coworker, and the first thing that came to my mind was, my car is Mini Me on steroids. But in reality, it is built like a pug and runs like a greyhound.
Saab 9-2x Linear
Eric, 08/18/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the last 9-2x Linear available in the city. Even without the turbo, this car with 5-sp manual is a blast to drive.
19 years and still in love
DanaMite, 02/21/2024
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 9-2X Linear new in 2005 and I've been so satisfied with it. Great on mpg and it handles off road very well. Finally bought winter snow tires last year and never do I loose control and slip or slide, even with driving in white-out conditions. This is only the fourth car of my lifetime and I hope I can make it last another 20 years.
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Yahoo a Saabaru
b9e, 07/28/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Subaru and Saab are very similar companies. Both trace thier heritage to Airplanes, both make extensive use of Turbo charging, and both are, well, a little quirky. Not quite luxury brands, but a step above thier VW/Toyota breathren. Saab has been known for hatchbacks, which, following the introduction of the 93 sport sedan, disappeared from the lineup. Enter the 92x. Basically a reskined Subie Impreza/Wrx, with some cabin quieting. The exterior looks more saab-like than the swedish made 93 sedan. And with the GM discount, it's cheaper than the Subaru. Like the Impreza, this car handles great, but fuel consumption suffers (the much larger 93 gets better mpgs).
Linear review
KGS, 01/05/2006
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good car. Great deal for the money but only with rebate. OUTSTANDING cargo space. Actually beats the Mitsubishi Outlander, it's still AWD, had leather AND stick. Baltimore to Cape Cod mileage: 31.8 MPG. This includes going 10 miles in 2-1/2 hours on the Jersey Turnpike. Went up/down Whiteface Mountain with ease. Fun to drive. Heated seats are a plus.
saabaru
jbg, 01/19/2006
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
a great car that, with the GM incentives, was less money than the Subaru that it copies. plus it is much better looking - the nose-job makes a BIG difference - and you get Saab's service. interior a bit stark, but a good value for the money when you consider the all wheel drive. if getting the 2.5, be SURE to get manual - auto is VERY sluggish. Love that saab once again has a hatch-back.
Rockin' Pocket Rocket
Aaron Clow, 02/06/2006
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
As soon as I found out Subaru was making a Saab, I had to have one. Subaru reliability + saab styling/tuning have lived up to promise. Zero issues in 15000 miles so far. I always felt safe, even going out in the heavy snows last winter here in NY. Love the sound of the flat-4 with the windows down.
Great little commuter car
9-2Xtra, 09/21/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got this car to save on gas, but have fun while doing it. It is dead- on-target for me. I haven't tested the AWD in snow yet, but you can't make it slip in the wet at all. Also, this car is closely related to Subaru Impreza/WRX, so performance modifications from mild to monstrous are readily possible - the parts are there. I really feel like I took 20 years off my age when I bought this car. It is that much fun to drive. The Linear doesn't require premium fuel like the Aero, either, so that tradeoff worked in my favor as well. If you can find one of these, you owe it to yourself to test-drive it.
It does all you need a car to do
lt, 06/04/2007
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The 9-2x does everything you want a car to do; it hauls stuff, transports people comfortably and is fun to drive!
Why is my wife hogging my car?
JWF, 11/01/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Guess mainly because of the inherent reliability. No way is this car gonna leave her stranded. In more than 3 months of owing the Saabie I have not had to open the hood once! And when the time comes for the 1st maintenance service, its gonna be free! Yaayyy! Off course, the GM discount did not hurt either!
Awesome little rocket
phillyexpat, 10/05/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Wow... so I wanted the Aero, but only wanted to pay for the Linear. This car still is a rocket and such a blast to drive. While it may not be quite as solid as a BMW costing 20k more, it handles just as assuredly. I love this car so much.
A Car for All Seasons
SharonSAABophile, 02/22/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Even though it's a Subaru underneath, SAAB has made it look great, classier than the Subaru equivalent, and the handling and performance in this snowy New England winter has been a gift from the gods. The versatility and flexibityof the sport wagon style is a great asset since SAAB no longer makes hatchbacks. The warranty and scheduled maintenance program is excellent in this price class. Beats the Subaru. People may call it a "Saabaru". The 9-2X is fun to drive, powerful,safe, smooth and a terrific value.
Like it so far
Jay Kanabar, 12/25/2008
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Excellent car. I have a 9-3 as well and compared with that I feel that the steering and control is far superior.
Still in love
Phil, 01/12/2006
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
More than 9 months and 10,000 miles later, and I still love my 92X. Great pickup (couldn't stand the lag on the Aero version, so I bought the Linear). Handles very well. It has more room for cargo than you'd expect, especially with the seats down. Just took it skiing in WV, and it handled the snowy hills without a single problem. And all my friends are impressed by it.
Sweet car even for a guy in his late 30s
Chris Mackey, 07/07/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love the looks of this car. The rear hatch opens up and fits 6 bags of groceries easily. Automatic Aero off of the line is very slow until the turbo kicks in. Makes up for that as you accelerate from 35 MPH to 75MPH in a hurry. Suspension is perfect for me. Not too tight, but still corners like a stud. The stereo is merely adequate. Meets the needs of most people. Its clear Saab expects you to upgrade the system.
No regrets with Linear model
happy, 08/01/2007
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just traded my SUV in for this. I was looking for a unique car under 20 grand that had the best blend of performance, economy, style, and either awd or 4wd. The only tough question was to go for the Aero or Linear. Turbo sounds nice but I'm done with paying for premium fuel. Plus the Linear averages 25-32 mpg on 87 octane. The Aero barely beats my SUV and requires prem fuel. The Linear will still snap your neck back into the headrest off the line and 5th gear is strong enough to conquer steep grade hills without the need to downshift. Overall fewer luxury options than most premium brands but it has all the basics. Heated seats, 6 disc changer, and decent leather will do me just fine.
Great buy
Gina, 07/29/2006
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car. Love the free oil changes and maintenance. Have not had one problem except using the wrong gasoline. Must use detergent gasoline (Shell, Amoco, etc). non-detergent gasoline will slow start-ups. Very comfortable car.
coolest saab ever!!!!!!!!!
saablover55, 06/13/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car. It i s the best car I've ever owned. Don't consider anything else. Go buy this car now if you know what's good for you!!!!!!!!!!
Love the Saab 92X
Vhawk, 07/30/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Replaced a 2001 AWD Toyota Rav4 with the 2.5 Linear and am extremely pleased with the Saab 92X. Was considering waiting for the AWD Audi A3 or BMW Series-1, but am happy I decided to go with the Saab. The handling and performance is superb. Highly recommend to anyone considering a AWD sports wagon.
Drive it...
new92xowner, 08/06/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I read many reviews about the 9-2x prior to purchase. The best thing I can tell you is that if you are considering this against a Subaru-drive both and then decide. There is no comparison. Ride quality, sound levels, safety features are well worth the price. Is it a real Saab? My Nissan Xterra was made by a Japanese company with a French majority in Smyrna Tennessee. My inlaws PT cruiser was produced in Mexico by an American company owned by a German one. Automaking is a global enterprise. GM took a great car and made it better. What's to complain about?
Saab 92X AWD
vkr, 08/10/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Remember that the 92X is an all time AWD so dont compare this to a FWD. Its the best, affordable AWD in the market. For more pep choose the aero for 4000$ more than the linear.
LOVE my 9-2X
Julie-Anne Langdon, 08/04/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love driving this car! It handles like a dream, corners VERY well, has plenty of pep, and is very comfortable. After doing a lot of shopping, I believe this car offers a whole lot of value for the money, and I know I made a great choice. The 9-2X makes driving a whole lot of fun, and I have lots of room to bring along friends and my dogs, too!
Good for the discount price
Anand, 08/12/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
For the $20k or so that an Aero is going for now with the discounts, you won't find a more capable car. It is not the prettiest car, inside or out, but everything is well laid out and functional.
Excellent small wagon
nigel, 11/07/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Acquired a 9-2X Linear with cold weather package & moon roof for the same price as a Subaru Impresza OB SE (GM empoyee discount). Excellent handling, with a firm but not harsh ride; nice 2-tone interior and very supportive seats; lots of trunk room and great fuel economy (~29MPG)
I Love My Saaburu
Oolon Coluphid, 06/23/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is so much fun to drive that my wife and I regularly fight over the keys.
My 9-2X
Bret, 11/25/2007
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car wish it came with leather seats in the 05 model. I like the Subaru engine and look. Runs very fast and agile. Needs a little better interior design like the new Saab's have to make it more expensive/Saab looking up to the Saab standard not Subaru standards.
Excellent car for a reasonable price
SatistifiedDude, 08/26/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Saab traditionists should take a test drive on this wonderful car, and it'll for sure change their mind. This car is considerably better than an Impreza wagon in looks, interior, ride quality, and built. Get in the car, and you'll love it. With incentives etc, you can get a fully loaded Linear for 26k...what a BARGAIN, imo.
So Far...
Red9-2X, 04/09/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned my 9-2X for 3-1/2 months and so far I'm generally pleased with my selection of the Saab 9-2X as my daily driver. It's a refined fusion of Euro-Style & Japanese AWD Technology. I am pleased with it's functional side as well as it's sporty/fun side. I like knowing that I have several safety features working for me with Side curtain and front airbags, ABS & 4 wheel disk brakes, AWD for slippery road conditions, and the Xenon driving lamps. I also feel secure with the great warranty offered. I really like the cargo capacity. The split fold down rear seats are vesatile feature. I would recommend this car for anyone whose functional criteria match up to what this car offers.
Beauty for the beast
beemboy, 07/27/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Anyone up for a Subaru entree with Saab spices? I was, and it's delicious! The 9-2x Aero combines the practicality of a wagon (great for carting small- to medium-sized dogs, for example, or camping gear), the thrills of a turbo engine (it will put a silly grin on your face that you cannot wipe off), and the safety of all-wheel-drive with ABS and a limited slip differential. The turbo characteristics have been refined, so you won't necessarily take off like a Tasmanian devil at 3000RPM. The shifter is notchy and can definitely be improved. Seats are decent, and the two-tone interior is nice. Road noise is acceptable, but more than the Jetta I owned. In all, a practical car that spells F-U-N.
Great all-rounder
HK, 10/14/2008
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just finished a 5 day drive from Michigan to Alberta in this vehicle, and I would do it again, no hesitation. The car performed admirably, as it has always done. It's been great in the snow (though I thought it was better the first winter;I expect the new tires will help), always reliable, and looks a lot better than the Subaru. The car's Achilles heel is the 4 speed auto transmission. It feels unrefined, and brings the average down a bit. I hoped for better fuel economy (20 city, 26 hwy), and replaced the very weak factory stereo. But over all, it's a great car which I intend to keep for a long time.
Not impressed...
92xsergio, 10/11/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I thought that buying a new 9-2X would be better than my other choice the V50. I'm starting to think the other way around especially since the interior quality isnt that great. The sun visors are slightly loose and the center armrest console is too. I still like the car, but theres better choices out there and too bad I had to find out the hard way.
Y not WRX
Awdride, 10/21/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great car but for alot less you can find a nice cheap used WRX wagon on ebay. Actually Subaru designed the 9-2x for saab thats why they look exactly the same. great car.
It's worth the extra 3K
TheKid, 12/15/2004
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Many reviews of this car focus on whether or not it is truly a Saab. That's a shame since the car should be judged for what it is and not if it is a Saab. Also, these professional auto reviewers never point out that real Saabs, speciafically the 9-3 are not the most reliable cars. Subarus are very reliable. That said the WRX is a great car and the extra 3K for a 9-2X provide you with- longer warranty, upgraded exterior and interior, optional features not available on the WRX (leather, heated mirrors and seats), addtional sound deadening for a quieter ride, and a much better dealer experience. Current rebates make the base list price equal to the WRX. No toll ticket clip? Who cares?
Take it or leave it
Bob908, 03/09/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We all know this car is a rebadged WRX. That said Saab has made this car more of a "luxury" car then a "race" car with sound dampening, slightly less stiff suspension, and i believe they took the steering components from the STI. The automatic turbo version of this car does not feel as spirited as its manual counterpart. The thing I am most impressed with is the AWD and the lack of body roll when turning partially due to the Horizontally opposed motor (IMO, 2/3's of a porsche's motor). I love my car and think it is an excellent option to consider besides an SUV.
A Very Good Premium Compact
Love2Drive, 03/19/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a quality entry in the premium compact class. First, identify what you want. If you love driving, have a preference for European cars or European styling, and don't want to spend a fortune, you have come to the right place. This car has been tastefully upgraded by SAAB, and is not really a competitor to the Subaru WRX, but a new entry in what is expected to be a rapidly growing category...the premium compact class. Think a fast Audi, with comparable handling, but at a base level Audi price. You will likely not find even the upcoming Audi A3 at this price, with this performance. This car offers very good performance and handling, huge utility, good looks, at a reasonable price.
I love my Saab 92X except it takes premi
KK, 03/23/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 92X is zippy and handles well in all weather conditions. The mileage could be better...I get 21 miles to a gallon of premium gas - Highway driving. I didn't know it took premium until after I paid for the upgraded turbo car. Originally I was going to buy the less expensive model.) My dealership did not explain the covered service features to me until after I had the vehicle serviced for the first time and had to pay for the oil change.
92x--The worst car I've ever owned
nomore92x, 05/11/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Linear 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm leasing this car for two years. Ever since I got it, my arms, hands, shoulders, neck and back have been killing me. i finally figured out that it was the really hard seat pressing into my back causing the back pain and my hands jamming into the Saab's European seating design from the steering wheel, causing incredible pain. I am trying to get out of my lease. Saab has been no help. So now I'm trying to just have someone take over the lease payments. I hate this car!! Never again with Saab. I'm going back to Subaru!!
Great Car, Great Price
Tim, 05/22/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It was nice to see that I could get a high quality car for an affordable price. The seats are a little stiff at first but they loosen up a bit later. It would be nice to have a one touch moonroof but I think I can manage. If it seems I am being nit-picky, I have to be. I can find no major thing wrong with this car. The ride and power obviously are comparable to the Subaru WRX. The styling is Subaru with enough extras and finess to make it a Saab. This is definitely not your mother's Saab. I love it.
Excellent car killed by inept marketing
tonedebone, 06/05/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Take one globally respected rally car, add a pinch of style and a sprinkling of refinement; Sounds like the recipe for success. Trouble is, Saab thinks just putting their name on Subaru's econobox without any other major changes suddenly makes it worth BMW or Audi money. For what it is (a handsome, fast and agile wagon) this car can not be faulted. For what it claims to be (a premium branded vehicle) it falls way short.
The Silver Bullet
JMD94, 06/20/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I caught WRX fever about 4 months ago and had been trying to figure out a way to buy one, but then, I stumbled upon reviews at Edmunds and then saw the GM discount and took the "You only live once" attitude. I love this car. I got a great deal on it, but more importantly, the 92x has reminded how much fun driving can be. It's only been a month, but so far, nothing but fun. It's a real head turner too, you just don't see many where I live in Bethesda, MD. The car hugs the road. My experience so far is that the 92x has a split personality. Drive conservatively, downshift and you can get good gas mileage. Hit 3000 rpm and Grandma's not going to miss bingo afterall, it feels like an F15!
The perfect sleeper
Mike, 06/21/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've lived Saabs for years. I briefly owned an unfortunate '86 SPG, but loved its quirkiness (overused adjective when describing Saabs, I know) as well as its performance. The Saabaru is a near perfect marriage of two iconic marquees, in terms of performance, quality and quirk. It's a real shame more people don't even consider this car when shopping, especially considering the ridiculous incentives GM is currently offering. The power is there, the handling is better day to day than the WRX, it's stealthy (both to cops and the kid in the modded Civic), it's well made, it has a great warranty, and it's different. That counts for a lot with me in this age of SUVs and boring Asian lookalikes.
Best of Both Worlds
archprof, 07/13/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Right, so I bought my Satin Grey Aero for 22,500 out the door--9 miles on the clocks, bags on the seats (9 grand off sticker?? I'll take one, maybe two). Only option on mine is the Sport Package, which is just a sunroof and beautiful 17" wheels wrapped in decent RE011 Bridgestones. Most don't realize that this car has the STi's steering box (2.7 turns vs. 3 on the WRX) which is mounted with rigid bushings to the car, for a more responsive feel. And responsive it is! Great handling, with all the body roll expected from Fuji Heavy Industries. Easily fixed, mind you. Really, the cornering is spot on--you will hug this car after driving hard in the rain! Buy it now before August 1!
9-2x Aer-Ohhhhh!!!
chills23, 06/14/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
What a steal! Quick, nimble, stylish, handles well, reliable, roomy, & solid. Everything the WRX is and wishes it could be. Price is better than a WRX, ride is better, interior is much nicer, exterior sleeker (WRX is fugly IMHO). Handles better and is faster than my former mod'd Audi A4 and costs 30% less. Never thought the car would turn heads, but in Brilliant Red, the car is intimidating and striking. There isn't a car out there that can compare at this price range. Being an avid car mag reader, enthusiast, and motorcycle rider I can honestly tell you this is the car deal of a lifetime if you seek performance, reliability, and all weather utility in an affordable but stylish package.
Saabaru...Best five door for the money
Zach, 07/19/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was going to buy a WRX until I test drove the Saabaru. This is simply the best five door available--not just for the money, but period. Sure, there are some more upscale models filled with fluff (onboard navigation, various electronic gadgets, etc.) but most don't offer 220-hp with a tried and true engine, drivetrain, and turbocharger, let alone what is quite possibly the most reliable all-wheel drive system on the market. This car moves when you want it to (especially in Aero manual form, though the automatic is still spunky), just like the WRX, but is also a friendly daily driver. It performs like the WRX but drives like a Saab!
saab2xaero
risacco, 07/29/2005
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero 4dr Sport Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Terrific bargain at gm employee price. Fun to drive, steering is best of any car I have ever owned, all wheel drive means no front wheel spin or hop on hard acceleration. Awesome acceleration in 2nd gear when turbo spooled up. Hatchback is very useful. Like having a high performance car that looks tame.