Trim Report

Saab 9-5 Turbo42011

Includes:9-5|Turbo4

Saab 9-5 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2011 Saab 9-5 trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 9 complaints for the 2011 Saab 9-5, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
9
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 9 issues reported over 1 model years, exterior lighting problems are the most common for the 2011 Saab 9-5. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Exterior Lighting4
02Service Brakes2
03Exterior Lighting,structure1
04Air Bags1
05Steering,power Train1
9 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Saab 9-5 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2011 Saab 9-5 trims

20–24mpg combined
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17-20city
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27-32hwy
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$2,800-$3,400/yr

The 2011 Saab 9-5 delivers 20 to 24 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
9-5 Sedan - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city32 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 Sedan - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-5 Sedan AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the Turbo4 Worth It?

Common questions about the 2011 Saab 9-5 Turbo4

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

the Turbo4 sits in a specific spot in the 2011 Saab 9-5 lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2011 Saab 9-5 page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2011 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?

The best model year for the Saab 9-5 Turbo4 comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Saab 9-5 overview.

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