Saab 9-5
The SAAB 9-5 is a five-seat estate car produced from 1999, powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine generating 132 kW. It measures 4,833 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,649 kg, with a top speed of 240 km/h.
| Manufacturer | Saab |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1999 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,623 kg |
| Displacement | 2,261 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 240 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,887 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,817 mm |
| Height | 1,485 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Saab 9-5 (from registration data). 11 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 10.9 l/100 km | 1999–2004 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 1999–2001 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 2000–2001 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.1 l/100 km | 2000–2006 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2002–2003 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2002–2003 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2004–2006 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2004 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 1999 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 2000–2001 |
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 2002–2003 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Saab models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 71% of Saab 9-5s pass their MOT test first time, based on 9,228 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Saab 9-5 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Saab recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Saab 9-5?
- The Saab 9-5 has a rated top speed of 240 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Saab 9-5?
- The Saab 9-5 is 4,887 mm long, 1,817 mm wide and 1,485 mm tall.
- How much does the Saab 9-5 weigh?
- The Saab 9-5 has a kerb weight of about 1,623 kg.
- How many seats does the Saab 9-5 have?
- The Saab 9-5 has 5 seats.