Used 2003 Saab 9-5 Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used 9-5 for sale
An awesome car for the money
Saabdude, 11/22/2003
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I liked the 9-5 Aero when I first drove it, but was going to go with something a bit more "mainstream" like a G35 or 04 Acura TL. But I have to say that after one month I am loving my Aero. The car handles well, accelerates great, and is very comfortable. I like the styling, both interior and exterior. You really feel like you're in a luxury car, whereas others in this price range feel more like pricier versions of regular sedans. Do yourself a favor and test drive this car before you buy something in this price range - realizing that if you do your homework and wait for the right incentives, this car can be purchased for $7K or more below MSRP.
Dream car!
blackadder, 11/23/2003
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This is the car! Black with sand-beige seats - just BEAUTIFULl!! Had a 2001 9-5SE before this....the HOT Turbo makes all the difference in the world delivering phenom acceleration. Whatever you do, test drive on the highway in 'sport' mode (watch out for the cops and speed traps!!).
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nigh on perfect
M Hesseling, 01/05/2004
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Lot's of fun to drive: My 2.3 mile commute was fun in my previous car (2000 9-4 Convertible SE HOT), but this is even better. The occasional drive to Chicago is a thrill since there are lots of chances to surprise the odd sportscar driver. Thought I'd use the sentronic paddle shifting more but the sport transmission probably does a better job at shifting than me (and this is my first automatic ever). Absolutely love this car.
Asphalt-eating, value-minded, rocket
Aero Slaab, 09/26/2005
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Exceptional value in the used market. Great punch 2000-5000 rpms where the turbo really shines. The sport mode on the auto works very well. Seats are extermely comfortable, even on long drives > 12 hrs. I really appreciate gas mileage near 26 MPG around town, near 30 on highway fully loaded with family and vacation gear; but premium gas req'd for the Aero is a bit to bite on. Exterior is a bit dated, but very clean lines are aging well. Just a terrific overall car that is vastly under-appreciated in the used market. Good examples will be easier to get as 3 yr leases on these expire. Saab's CPO program yields an excellent warranty to boot.
Taking flight
Bruce, 08/31/2006
2003 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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The car has completely lived up to my expectations and the few small bugs I dealt with in my 2000 base model 9-5 were completely absent in this model. The engine is very strong and the handling is very good and often suprisingly so. The bonus set of skills gained at the Aero Academy really pointed out the remarkable breaking and handling capabilities of this car. Kudos all around for the remarkable comfort. The ventilated seats are an additional treat here in Southern California summers.