Used 2009 Saab 9-5 Consumer Reviews
Still a Head-Turner!
Fourth Saab. Very happy with the car overall. I like the old dashboard better from 1999-2005 (Seems more classic Saab than GM). Nice ownership experience from Saab, bought me back from Subaru.
Saab -> Better than the best
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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- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
- Griffin SedanMSRP: $6,7901,451 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $7,9951,915 mi away
Best Bang for Buck
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.
Great performer but lots of noises
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
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.