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Saab 9-5 repairs by problem area
Engine (49%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 1125 repairs.
Saab 9-5 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (21%)
$100 - $499 (39%)
< $100 (30%)
Chart based on 849 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Saab 9-5 problems by year
before 2001 (29%)
2002 - 2005 (56%)
2006 - 2009 (14%)
2010 - 2016 (0%)
Chart based on 1132 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the Saab 9-5
| Saab 9-5 Personal Experiences: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 190hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Saab delivers way over their size. It is an underdog full 2011 Saab 9-5 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My last SAAB was a 2003 9-3. 5sp manual. I must have gotten a good one because it was really reliable and got 35mpg on the hwy! Oh! and a real hoot to drive. full 2006 Saab 9-5 review |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
All around top-notch performance, handling, room, reliability, comfort full 2004 Saab 9-5 review |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Years of owning Saabs (9000 SE, 9000 Aero, 9-5 Aero (01,02,02) have revealed the same set of initial issues, but the engines themselves are rock solid and have an amazing power/mpg ratio for 4 cylinders. full 2002 Saab 9-5 review |
| Saab 9-5 Personal Experiences: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
One has to be VERY careful when shopping, the car requires constant learning and very educated approach, not suitable for an average A-to-B person. Owning earlier model years (pre-2004) can make you allergic to any SAABs, not just 9-5s. full 2004 Saab 9-5 review |
