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by real-opinions
Oct 9, 2011 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Still stylish; practical; buckets of power when you need it - economy when you don't.
Cons: Slightly costly to repair and maintain; prefers premium fuel.
The Bottom Line: For basically unrivalled performance/utility/build quality from a car in this price range, look no further. You won't be disappointed...
This review is on my 2002 9-5 Aero wagon which I acquired over a year ago. It is the European spec model but the features are widely similar across the globe on the 9-5.I've had a Saab before, a 900 - which after 20 years and over 250,000 ... read more
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by afstud6900
Oct 16, 2009 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Everything, especially the ignition in the center consol.
Cons: radio display is a little choppy but it can be fixed.
The Bottom Line: The car is great, and i would recommend it to anyone, its better than the Audi's and BMW i've owned in the past, Great quality and features also very comfy.
I bought the car a week ago and so far the first trip home was about an hour from where i bought it and right there i fell in love with the car, i bought it with 150k miles on it for a really good price.. the couple who owned it before me were the ... read more
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by rsunico
Jun 13, 2008 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great gas mileage (highway), reliability, not too many on road. Snow traction.
Cons: Occasional weird electrical quirks - not uncommon in european makes
The Bottom Line: Highly recommended. If cared for will treat you quite well.
I have a 2003 9-5 ARC (V6 turbo). Comfortable, reliable. It does have its little quirks that come with age. Occassionally I see the airbag light flash for a second.. this happens once every 2-3 months and does not worry me. I have had issues with the SID ... read more
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by ehall1
Oct 22, 2007 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Bells & Whistles, Seat Comfort, Trunk space, Gas mileage, performance
Cons: Back seat room, center console usable space, seat belt adjustment for a short person.
The Bottom Line: The dealership more than made it worth my while. He came down about $4000 off invoice, then there was a $4000 rebate, and a $500 military rebate
This is my first Saab. I had been looking to purchase a very comfortable performance vehicle and have been an avid internet browser. The no 1 key was seat comfort and the 9-5 hasn't disappointed. I test drove just about everything they had on the lot. ... read more
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by ekleghorn
Nov 14, 2006 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great handling, highway acceleration, quality, feels like a euro-sedan should.
Cons: FM reception not great. Minor problems described above. Headlight wipers are pointless.
The Bottom Line: Great handling euro-sedan that gets excellent mileage and can be bought for a song. What's not to like.
Bought a 2001 9-5 with 75,000 miles on it this summer and I'm really happy with it. The black leather interior really stands up well, everybody thinks it's a new car. Very fun to drive, fantastic acceleration, particularly good in heavy rain. These cars ... read more
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by anthonysf
Oct 29, 2006 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Gas mileage, seats, OnStar, comfort, size for utility. It's a thrilling car to own.
Cons: Steering shifting is only ok. Floor mats are cheaper than the former. That's it.
The Bottom Line: As a choice for a wagon, you really can't go wrong with the Saab 9-5.
This is my second Saab 9-5 wagon. This review is being written at the 6000mile/3 month point. My first 9-5 was in general, a total treat to own. You can read that review, if a 2001 model is of interest to you. Part of what lead me back to essentially the ... read more
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by kitra
Jun 27, 2006 - Updated Dec 28, 2006 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Solid, reliable, fun to drive, safe, lots of technology throughout.
Cons: Poor resale value which makes it and excellent used-car buy. Road noise.
The Bottom Line: A very well constructed European automobile. Extremely solid, safe, and reliable.
I have owned many SAAB's over the years as I have always liked "different". Well my last SAAB was a 900 Turbo, which was a maintenance headache. Enter the SAAB 9-5. The Arc model is more of a luxury SAAB versus the high performance Aero model. I chose ... read more
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by billhnj
May 25, 2006 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: subtle charms grow on you. fun and sexy sedan. Personality.
Cons: CHECK THE TURBO
expensive parts
The Bottom Line: Be prepared for somewhat higher maintenace costs but a unique ride experience. I could get a Honda but... its not the same thing.
This car never screams at you. its very subtle. in fact i bought it on a whim at a dealer lot. its a used car with 70,000 miles. The cars have low resale so i figured it was a good deal. I have to tell you these cars grow on you and charm you. Things ... read more
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by bprimm
Mar 13, 2006 - Updated Mar 15, 2006 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Performance that doesn't disappoint, Stylish, comfortable, plenty of bells and whistles
Cons: Manual Shift mode not too exciting, I prefer the sport button
The Bottom Line: The SAAB 9-5 is comfortable, roomy, incorporates cutting edge technology and the turbocharged engine provides more than enough performance for me.
I have patiently been waiting for my new Saab 9-5 sedan for almost four weeks now. When I was looking to purchase, my local dealer was sold out and I made the decision to buy the car just by sitting in a sold vehicle that was awaiting pickup. They ... read more
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by mp69
Feb 3, 2006 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Acceleration, Steering/Handling, Passenger/Cargo Room, Value, Safety
Cons: Fuel Economy, OnStar Not Standard, Climate Controls
The Bottom Line: The affordable premium luxury car that combines safety, style and performance into an excellent design.
We bought the 9-5 Arc 2.3T this year during GM's Employee Discount, trading in our 2004 Saab 9-3 Linear. The 9-5 is Saab's flagship sedan and is thousands less than a comparable BMW 5-Series or Mercedes E-Class. The Arc comes well equipped plus ... read more
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by lillapluttan
Jul 3, 2005 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Safety, Value, Reliability, Attitude, Individuality, Easy-to-get to engine and parts
Cons: Annoying blinker noise, quirky cup holders, cheap looking gear box, expensive to repair.
The Bottom Line: Best all around value anywhere. Period.
First off, this is a car that has all the bells and whistles anyone could ever want at a price giving the best value in town. Especially used. I would never buy a new vehicle of any kind, so I went to the car lot after my husband's pickup truck was ... read more
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by jchastn
Apr 23, 2005 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Beautiful, sporty, fast. Useful, roomy, extremely comfortable for driver and passengers. Excellent build quality.
Cons: In mostly city driving, I only acheive about 20 mph Not enough cupholders.
The Bottom Line: If you can afford this car, buy it. If you have kids and animals, buy the wagon (if you can find one). Comfort, style, quality, speed, handling, safety.
My 2001 Saab 9-5 SE Sportwagon is the best car I have ever owned. It is utilitarian, yet stylish. Heavy, yet fast. Simple, yet luxurious. Solid, yet supple. Plush, yet athletic. From the most comfortable and supportive heated and ventilated seats, to ... read more
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by slbenz
Aug 25, 2004 - Updated Aug 26, 2004 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: A Great Blend of Handling, Power, Gas Mileage and Cargo Capacity.
Cons: Only a few Saab dealers in the area for warranty work.
The Bottom Line: A great alternative to the SUVs and Minivans due to it's power, performance, gas mileage and cargo capacity. Also it is highly rated for reliability and safety.
This review is based on my purchase of a used 2000 Saab 9-5 Aero Wagon with automatic that I have been driving for the last several months. Here is my experience comparing it to other Saabs that I have owned and reviewed here as well: Handling: ... read more
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by bleedair
Aug 12, 2004 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: gas mileage, handling, reliability, quality, comfort, fun to drive
Cons: annoying shift-up light; they depreciate fast, so buy used
The Bottom Line: This car is a great all-around car and a great alternative to other luxury brands. Just make sure you're getting a good one.
If you are looking for a luxury sedan, you have a lot of options to choose from, and Saab is one of the least common. I can imagine why. BMWs are faster, Lexus is more reliable, Mercedes is more luxurious and Infiniti is more affordable. That's why those ... read more
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by nengland
Jul 28, 2004 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Unique, European, Large, Comfortable Seats, Great sound, Fun, Great Mileage
Cons: Questionable Reliability, Buggy Year, Loud
The Bottom Line: This is a fun car that's different and as comfortable as anything else out there. Great mileage too.
THE STORY... ************ My Mercedes 300CE was running rough on parts. The repairs were becoming more than any of us wanted to admit and I started looking around for a replacement. The 300CE coupe is one of the more uncommon MBZ's and for that I ... read more
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by checito
Jun 8, 2004 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Handling, engine/tranny combo, seating position.
Cons: Cupholder, dash looks like it's from the early 90's.
The Bottom Line: I highly recommend this as an upscale, understated, yet FUN car to drive that will keep you feeling young.
I bought a 2000 Saab Aero with a manual transmission about 8 months ago. I couldn't be happier. The car has given me zero problems (as expected given it's high rating in the consumer magazine we all know about that doesn't accept advertisements) and it ... read more
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by gan1812
Oct 9, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Seats, performance, looks
Cons: turbo lag, depreciation
The Bottom Line: If you are in the market for sport wagon, look at the Saab. Arguably the best wagon in the market between $30,000 - $40,000
Why i chose Saab - I had decided to get a sport wagon and had narrowed it down to the volvo v70 T5, passat w-8 and the saab 9-5 aero. While each of these cars were good, what swayed me over to the saab was the looks of the car (i got a ferrari red wagon), ... read more
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by kentman
Jul 3, 2003 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fast, 32.8 MPG highway! 26-27 MPG in town. Looks great, very sporty, fun, & Different!
Cons: maybe a little noisy- not too bad
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this car for mileage, styling, safety, and comfort... it is an awesome car!
I bought this car in 2003, 68,000 miles and it is like new. It gets phenomenal mileage, I have the ... read more
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by dj1974b
Jun 30, 2003 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Awesome handling,great sound system. Engine that loves to be opened up. night.
Cons: No express up feature on windows.Lumbar support is too low. Needs a in-dash cd-changer.
The Bottom Line: This care hates to be in the city putterin around 20-35mph.Loves to be on the highway and just go.
I've had this care for 5000 miles now. It's FAST, fun to drive, gets looks all the time. I have 2 fr ... read more
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by eusmlle1
Jun 26, 2003 - Updated Jun 27, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Unique and attractive styling. European ride and performance. Impressive cargo room. Peerless safety features.
Cons: Awkward central locking and power window controls. Pathetic keyless entry range.
The Bottom Line: If you're looking for something a little different even quirky with world class performance and safety features, look no further.
In May my wife and I attracted by GM's 0% financing offer decided to look at Saabs. Originally we h ... read more
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