Used 2008 Saab 9-5 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2008 9-5, so we've included reviews for other years of the 9-5 since its last redesign.
Saab -> Better than the best
Yuriy klimin, 01/27/2018
2008 Saab 9-5 Aero 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
One of the best vehicles, no bull. I am a mechanic shop owner and dealership. Yes, there are some quirks but who is perfect? My best advise it to use fully synthetic oil and best gasoline possible. Otherwise, reliable and fun. It's like Honda but wih European behavior.
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Best Bang for Buck
gummibear, 04/22/2009
2007 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan w/Aero Package (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
People too often make the mistake of comparing the 9-5 with top luxury car makers (BMW, Audi, Lex, etc). The only problem is that such a comparison doesn't take into consideration that those cars cost at least $20-30k more when you start factoring comparable extras. In its price class the Saab 9-5 is simply the best value offering sporty power and handling, great comfort (seats + interior roominess), decent gas mileage and a unique design. Really this car is equal parts fun and functional. While the 2.3L turbo takes you 0-60mph in 6.7s, what is really impressive is how it performs in its unique power band (40-70mph). In that range you are accelerating faster than a Porsche 911 Carrera.
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The BEAST
J Dubs, 05/21/2019
2008 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
It’s sad to see so many people crying about Saab going bankrupt when it was communist GM who ran one of the great European auto makers into the ground. Got mine used with 40k and it’s been a blast. Reliable with a few quirks, but unbelievably fun at high speeds on winding roads. Good looking. Beats a mean wife by a thousand miles...
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Great performer but lots of noises
steve G, 03/31/2008
2008 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my 5th Saab. Very comfortable, fun to drive. Just completed a 300 mile trip and got an honest 32 mpg. The only problem are the various rattles and chirps which come and go. Dealer can't seem to fix them. Had the same issue with my 2006 95. If little rattles annoy you, you'd better go elsewhere. otherwise a lot of car for the money.
Underrated
Artic White , 02/15/2008
2008 Saab 9-5 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Had the car for 2 months now. Live in a snowy area, and there's just something about solid driving in snow while rear-wheel drive BMWs are sliding all around you. To me, there's something about a saab where it can be a driver's car and a passenger's car at the same time. I think that's a unique quality. A blast to drive, but doesn't make my passengers get headaches like in cars with really stiff suspensions.