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Saab 9-5 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2014 - 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
Best
120%
Worst
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 2007 - 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
Best
87%
Worst
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 2000 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
Best
115%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Saab 9-5
| Saab 9-5 Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
For a higher end car it is really great! Just a few odd things have gone wrong but have been covered by my warranty. The car feels very solid and is basically put together very well. I recently discovered that the cargo area is covered by thick plywood! full 2006 Saab 9-5 review |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Both are high. A little maintenance goes a long way. Saab durability is legendary. full 2002 Saab 9-5 review |
| Saab 9-5 Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Dismal record up to 2000, at best unstable results to 2003, fixed all problems only by Model Year 2004. full 2004 Saab 9-5 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Saab 9-5
| Saab 9-5 Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
For a higher end car it is really great! Just a few odd things have gone wrong but have been covered by my warranty. The car feels very solid and is basically put together very well. I recently discovered that the cargo area is covered by thick plywood! full 2006 Saab 9-5 review |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Both are high. A little maintenance goes a long way. Saab durability is legendary. full 2002 Saab 9-5 review |
| Saab 9-5 Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Dismal record up to 2000, at best unstable results to 2003, fixed all problems only by Model Year 2004. full 2004 Saab 9-5 review |
