2007 Saab 9-7X Review
Price Estimate: $2,598 - $4,102





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Long list of standard luxury features, strong lineup of engines.
Cons
- Attempts to disguise its domestic origins not altogether successful, hard to justify price premium over Buick and GMC cousins.
What’s new
A tire-pressure monitor is standard on all 2007 Saab 9-7Xs. The SUV's standard OnStar communications system now offers one year of a new service called OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation. This feature allows customers to talk with a live advisor, who then sends directions via the customer's OnStar setup. Its chief benefit is that it allows drivers to access directions without taking their focus from the road.
Edmunds says
Numerous upgrades offer a convincing argument that the 2007 Saab 9-7X is more than a rebadged TrailBlazer, but discriminating customers may sniff out this Swedish import's domestic roots.
For sale near Fort Myers, FL
1 listings
- 172,410 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use
- 5 Seats, 13 City / 19 Hwy MPG
- Dobbs Motor Company (981 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Upgraded Headlights
- Power Driver Seat
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Located in Springdale, AR
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (13 City/19 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5S3ET13M472801346
Stock: 801346R
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Vehicle overview
Hoping to broaden its customer base, Saab introduced its first-ever sport utility vehicle a couple of years ago: the 9-7X. It's new to the Saab lineup, but the vehicle is familiar in some aspects. The 2007 Saab 9-7X shares its underpinnings with General Motors' midsize SUVs, which means there are a host of domestic utes that are broadly similar to Saab's latest arrival.
Saab has sought to distinguish the 9-7X from its platform-mates by modifying the suspension tuning and revising its exterior styling and interior trim to give it a look and feel that's uniquely Saab. The SUV features Saab's trademark three-port grille and European-styled headlamps. Its profile is devoid of big bumper offsets or protruding shapes, giving the 2007 9-7X a low-key, distinctly European flavor. In a break with Saab tradition, no turbocharged engines are available. Instead, the 9-7X comes with either a 290-horsepower, 4.2-liter inline-6 or a 300-hp 5.3-liter V8.
The 9-7X has a lot going in its favor, but at the end of the day, it will likely disappoint those craving the uniqueness that has become Saab's stock in trade. The SUV's upgrades serve to shroud its GM roots, but fall short of disguising them completely. It also faces stiff competition led by vehicles such as the Acura MDX and Mercedes-Benz M-Class; both offer excellent performance as well as long lists of safety and luxury features. Though competent enough, the 2007 Saab 9-7X is one best left to die-hard loyalists determined to have a Saab nameplate on their SUV.
Performance & mpg
Unlike all other Saabs, the 9-7X cannot be equipped with a turbocharged engine. The 4.2i trim comes with a 4.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine capable of 290 hp and 277 pound-feet of torque. The 5.3i packs a 5.3-liter V8 good for 300 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque. Both engines come standard with a four-speed automatic transmission that directs power to a standard all-wheel-drive system. Towing capacity is 5,500 pounds for the six-cylinder 4.2i and 6,500 for the V8-powered 5.3i.
Safety
The Saab 9-7X comes standard with stability control, a tire-pressure monitor, antilock disc brakes, front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. The 9-7X received a mediocre three out of a possible five stars for driver protection in NHTSA's frontal crash test. Front passengers fare a bit better in the same test, with a four-star rating.
Driving
Achieving the road feel of a European sedan using an American truck chassis is no small task, but Saab engineers put the double-A-arm front suspension and multilink, solid-axle rear setup through a boot camp of geometrical adjustments, while stiffening the frame and revalving the shocks. Indeed, the 2007 Saab 9-7X has a more stable ride and more responsive handling than any of its GM counterparts. However, less expensive SUVs like the Explorer and 4Runner still run circles around the Saab when it comes to driving dynamics. Brake feel is another weak point, as the pedal lacks the confident, linear action expected in a premium-brand SUV. Both the standard inline-6 and optional V8 provide more than ample power, but neither has the refinement of the engines offered in the 4Runner or Touareg.
Interior
Saab drivers will feel right at home in the 9-7X's interior. Traditional brand design elements such as the cockpit-inspired center stack and center-mounted ignition will be instantly recognizable to aficionados. Wood grain trim on the dash and contrasting seat upholstery and door inserts do their part to give the 9-7X the progressive Scandinavian feel of other Saab models. Those who look closer will see the cabin's GM roots, a resemblance that cheapens the Saab 9-7X next to stylish rivals like the Touareg and XC90. Cargo capacity measures almost 40 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 80 cubes when they're folded.
2007 Saab 9-7X models
The 2007 Saab 9-7X is a midsize four-door SUV that seats five and comes in two trims: 4.2i and 5.3i. Standard equipment on the 4.2i includes 18-inch alloys, leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control, faux wood interior trim, eight-way power-adjustable and heated front seats (with driver-seat memory), a power moonroof, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and an MP3-compatible Bose stereo with an in-dash CD changer. Additionally, all vehicles are equipped with an OnStar communications system that offers one year of a new service called OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation. Optional equipment highlights for the 9-7X include a rear-seat DVD entertainment system and a navigation system.
Compare 2007 Saab 9-7X trim levels
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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Florida
$232/mo for 9-7X 4.2i
9-7X 4.2i
vs
$175/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Reliability
The 2007 Saab 9-7X has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 5 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Recalls
5 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 15V519000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 14291
- Manufactured from:
- 2005-12-01 to 2007-09-28
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 429170
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module (HDM) may overheat and fail, causing the headlamps and daytime running lights to not illuminate.
- Defect Consequence:
- Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14291.
- Recall Number:
- 14V755000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 14291
- Manufactured from:
- 2005-12-01 to 2007-09-28
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 273182
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected v
- Defect Consequence:
- Headlamps that do not illuminate reduce the driver's ability to see the roadway and reduce the vehicle's visibility to oncoming vehicles, both of which increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Corrective Action:
- The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-462-8782 (GMC), 1-800-955-9007 (Saa
- Recall Number:
- 14V404000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 14309
- Manufactured from:
- 2006-05-11 to 2007-05-14
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 184611
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door master power window switch module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Defect Consequence:
- A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. An interim letter was mailed to owners in August 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-462-8782 (GMC), 1-800-955-9007 (SAAB), and 1-800-255-6727 (Isuzu). GM's number for this recall is 14309. NOTE: This recall provides a new remedy for all vehicles covered by recall 13V-248. Vehicles whose modules were modified but not replaced as part of the previous recall remedy must have their vehicles remedied again under this campaign.
- Recall Number:
- 13V248000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 12180
- Manufactured from:
- 2006-05-11 to 2007-05-14
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 193652
- Defect Description:
- General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Defect Consequence:
- A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury. A fire could occur even while the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been made.
- Corrective Action:
- Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. If the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. If the module is not functioning properly, it will be replaced. These repairs will be done free of charge. GM will notify Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC owners, Isuzu and Saab will contact their respective owners. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, GMC owners at 1-866-996-9463, Isuzu owners at 1-800-255-6727, and Saab owners at 1-855-880-0808. GM's campaign number is 12180. This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-406.
- Recall Number:
- 12V406000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 12180
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 249260
- Defect Description:
- General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, SAAB 9-7x, and Isuzu Ascender vehicles, originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Fluid may enter the driver's door module, causing corrosion that could result in a short in the circuit board. A short may cause the power door lock and power window switches to function intermittently or become inoperative. The short may also cause overheating, which could melt components of the door module, producing odor, smoke, or a fire.
- Defect Consequence:
- A short in the circuit board could lead to a fire, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Corrective Action:
- The remedy plan is still being finalized. A notification schedule has not been determined yet. Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC owners will be notified by GM. Buick owners may contact the owner center at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet owners at 1-866-694-6546, and GMC owners at 1-866-996-9463. Isuzu owners will be notified by Isuzu Motors. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-800-255-6727. SAAB owners will be notified by SAAB Cars North America and for inquiries, owners may call SAAB customer service at 1-855-880-0808.
Warranty
4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 5 years / 100,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 6 years / unlimited miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 5 years / 100,000 miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
Saab 9-7X Owner Reviews
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4.75 out of 5 starsSDalton, 01/03/2007
2007 Saab 9-7X 4.2i 4dr SUV AWD (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
We just bought the 9-7X last week and absolutely love it. We test drove the Lexus 350, Volvo X90 and while they were great cars themselves, it was hard to pass up all the standard features the Saab had that we'd end up having to add on with the others. Great car!
Least ownership costs ever
4.63 out of 5 starsgmt360, 09/05/2014
2007 Saab 9-7X 5.3i 4dr SUV AWD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I've had this car for 85,000 miles and drive it every day. I have not had a single issue or problem of any kind in all of these years. To date the exhaustive list of repairs includes rear brake pads and rotors and new tires. That's it. Not a single penny out of pocket. I am astounded as I've never in all of my years experienced anything like this. I live in the harshest climate and … still no issues. I have every single option offered except the 6.0liter v8. At the same time I purchased the 9-7, I purchased the identical Rainier. The Rainier has had a dozen expensive issues while the 9-7 is some sort of anomaly at this point.
great car
4.88 out of 5 starsBob, 09/06/2008
2007 Saab 9-7X 5.3i 4dr SUV AWD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
I just love driving this car. I get great comments about the beauty of the car from strangers. It handles great with great passing ability and smooth acceleration entering the highway. My two golden retrievers sleep or rest comfortably on long drives. I just can't say enough about what a lovely car this 97x is to own and drive!
Great SUV - heavy and secure
4.88 out of 5 starsjerry thomas, 11/08/2006
2007 Saab 9-7X 5.3i 4dr SUV AWD (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
The car not only looks hot, but is hot. Great ride, handles great and turns on a dime. I love it!
2007 9-7X Highlights
4.2i
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $39,190 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $232/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 39.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the 9-7X include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalMarginal
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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