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Used 2004 Saab 9-5 Consumer Reviews

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Shame on GM

Saad_Saab, 09/04/2007
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

My initial love affair with this car has gone cold. I've had this car almost 1 year, bought it as Certified Pre Owned, and it is bordering on qualifying as a lemon. Ten trips to the dealership, mostly for brake related problems (noise, vibration, ABS/TCS lights coming on). My nearest dealership is 100+ miles away, so major inconvenience. Today, check engine light came on, a week after getting it back from the shop. Typical story. In the car's defense, a lot of the trips are due to dealership/mechanic incompetence, but isn't that part of the package? I only recommend a 9-5 if you live near a dealership and they supply loaners, and you get extended warranty.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

It's a blast to drive

Rob, 02/11/2005
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

This Aero really MOVES! I can't seem to keep it under 100 mph. It's fun to drive. I looked at the Audi A6 and the Volvo S60R, test drove them all extensively, but the fun factor and interior room in the 9-5 sold me. I wanted a winter worthy car and front wheel drive is, for most practical highway purposes, as useful as AWD. Great gas mileage on the 9-5 to boot. Just watch out for tickets!

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5 out of 5 stars

Second Saab 95

Saab Owner Greg, 06/29/2004
2004 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Very responsive and fun to drive. Extremely comfortable seating and controls.

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5 out of 5 stars

Three Time Saab Owner

Three Timer, 04/15/2005
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The combination of fuel economy and performance is unequalled in its competitors. Saab's turbocharged engine deliver smooth performance through the fulll power band. With rising fuel costs, I'm gonna be thankful I have a four-banger!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great driving car

jsima, 01/20/2009
2004 Saab 9-5 Arc 2.3T 4dr Sport Wagon (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought it used with 28000 miles. This is a really great driving and performing car. Have had many problems, but all were fixed by dealer under good factory warranty. Gas mileage is very good and performance is outstanding. I get 28 - 30 mpg highway driving on a regular basis. 5 speed

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