Trim Report

Saab 9-5 Turbo42009

Includes:9-5|Turbo4

Saab 9-5 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2009 Saab 9-5 trims

Low Concern

The 2009 Saab 9-5's low safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 2 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
2
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2009 Saab 9-5 has accumulated 2 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

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2 total across 1 model years (2009–2009)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Saab 9-5 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2009 Saab 9-5 trims

20–21mpg combined
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17-18city
·
27hwy
·
$3,200-$3,400/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2009 Saab 9-5 ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
9-5 Sedan - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 SportCombi - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 Sedan - Automatic (S5)
20mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 SportCombi - Automatic (S5)
20mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2009 Saab 9-5 Turbo4 FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

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

The Turbo4 occupies a distinct position in the Saab 9-5 range. See how it stacks up on the 2009 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2009 Saab 9-5 Turbo4?

Budget for standard Turbo4 maintenance plus any trim-specific items. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

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

For the Turbo4, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Saab 9-5 buyer's guide.

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