2008 Saab 9-5 Overview
Likes:
- Good visibility
- Good crash scores
- High fuel economy
- Available wagon version
Dislikes:
- Dated styling
- No all-wheel drive
- No V-6 or V-8 option
Bottom Line
TheCarConnection.com's editors researched a wide range of road tests of the 2008 Saab 9-5 to write this definitive review. TheCarConnection.com's resident experts also drove the Saab 9-5 to help you decide which reviews to trust where opinions differ, to add more ...
Full Review
The Saab 9-5 sedan returns for yet another model year with minor changes, as it awaits a full model renewal in the 2010 model year. Automobile says “with the current car dating back to 1998, an all-new 9-5 is long past due.” For 2008, there are two body styles, sedan and...
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| Trim | MSRP / Invoice | Fuel Econ |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Saab 9-5: 4dr Sedan | $37,685 / $35,612 | City: 17 Hwy: 26 |
| 2008 Saab 9-5: 4dr Sedan Aero | $38,705 / $36,576 | City: 17 Hwy: 26 |
| 2008 Saab 9-5: 4dr Wagon SportiCombi | $38,955 / $36,812 | City: 17 Hwy: 26 |
| 2008 Saab 9-5: 4dr Wagon SportiCombi Aero | $40,070 / $37,866 | City: 17 Hwy: 26 |
2008 Saab 9-5 Related News
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New details on the 2008 Saab 9-5
The Saab 9-5 is long overdue for an overhaul, with the current model first hitting the streets back in 1997. The next generation model, which is due in Autumn 2008 will be the first... Read more
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Preview: 2008 Saab 9-5
Is this the face of the new 2008 Saab 9-5? According to Swedish magazine Teknikens Värld, the new 9-5 will be very close to this computer generated image and is set for release... Read more
Other Choices:
The Acura RL has clean styling outside, a tech-happy interior, and standard all-wheel drive. The Lexus ES 350 is a plush, cushy front-drive sedan with good interior room and a powerful V-6 engine, but almost no care for sporty driving. The Volkswagen Passat comes with a range of four- and six-cylinder engines, and is offered in a wagon version. The Lincoln MKZ is the polar opposite of the Saab, with a thick style, a retro-flavored interior, and gruff V-6 engines with front- or all-wheel drive. The Volvo S60 has a curvaceous style and V-6 power, but is due for replacement.
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Comments (1 total)
By Street cars #1, Posted: 9/22/2009
The Saab 9-5 Sedan is a bonny car. I was very impressed with its slick styling and high school design, especially the SportCombi model.
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