Trim Report

Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium2003

Includes:9-5|Turbo4 Premium
$5,455
Starting From
3
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 3 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

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Max $8,995
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Turbo4 Premium Market Overview

2003 Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium Pricing

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Where to Find Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium

Location data for all 2003 Saab 9-5 trims combined

5States

30% of the market sits in Delaware, though listings span 5 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Saab 9-5 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2003 Saab 9-5 trims

Low Concern

With 4 recalls and 49 complaints, the 2003 Saab 9-5 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
49
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
07V0870002007-07-03
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.

OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

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03V0060002003-13-01
WHEELS:HUB

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF AN OWNER CHANGES THEIR WHEELS/TIRES BETWEEN SUMMER AND WINTER USING A STEEL WHEEL IN THE WINTER AND AN ALLOY WHEEL IN THE SUMMER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR RUST AND CONTAMINATION TO BUILD UP ON THE WHEEL HUB DURING THE STEEL WHEEL USAGE. IF THIS OCCURS AND THE CONTAMINATION IS NOT REMOVED, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT AFTER THE TIRE CHANGE SERVICE, SOME OF THIS CONTAMINATION COULD FLAKE OR GRIND AWAY RESULTING IN REDUCED CLAMPING FORCE OF THE WHEEL TO THE HUB. OVER SEVERAL SEASONS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THIS REDUCED FORCE COULD RESULT IN FRACTURES DEVELOPING IN THE WHEEL BOLTS DUE TO WHEEL TO HUB MOVEMENT.

THESE FRACTURES WOULD RESULT IN WHEEL BOLT BREAKAGE, ALLOWING THE WHEEL TO DETACH FROM THE WHEEL HUB, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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08V1600002008-09-04
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

SAAB IS RECALLING 57,389 MY 2002-2008 9-5 SERIES VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING COMPLIANCE TESTING, ONE OF THE UPPER INTERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION TEST POINTS EXCEEDED THE STANDARD'S REQUIREMENTS.

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.

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06V4100002006-26-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGBT) WITHIN THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) DUE TO INCREASED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO ELECTRICAL LOADS.

OVERHEATING OF THE IGBT OCCURS MOST OFTEN AT ENGINE START-UP, BUT IT MAY ALSO OCCUR WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. ENGINE STALLING MAY OCCUR, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2003 Saab 9-5's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 49 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System15
02Engine And Engine Cooling5
03Tires4
04Suspension3
05Electrical System,equipment2
49 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Saab 9-5 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2003 Saab 9-5 trims

19–22mpg combined
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16-19city
·
24-28hwy
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$3,050-$4,300/yr

Fuel economy for the 2003 Saab 9-5 ranges from 19 to 22 MPG combined across 10 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
9-5 - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 Wagon - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 - Automatic 5-spd
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 Wagon - Automatic 5-spd
20mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city26 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 - Automatic 5-spd
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 Wagon - Automatic 5-spd
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Turbo4 Premium Worth It?

Common questions about the 2003 Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium

How does the Turbo4 Premium compare to other Saab 9-5 trims?

Every Saab 9-5 trim targets a different buyer. The 2003 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2003 Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium?

The Turbo4 Premium shares its core mechanicals with other Saab 9-5 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for electrical system issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 4 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2003 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Saab 9-5 Turbo4 Premium year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Saab 9-5 overview compares all years side by side.

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