Overview & Reviews

For 2004, the Linear model is available only as a wagon. Arc models drop their 200-horsepower V6 and standard automatic transmission in favor of a 220-hp, four-cylinder turbo and a five-speed manual; an automatic remains optional. The Arc also picks up lower body cladding and is eligible for a 17-inch sport wheel package. Bi-xenon headlights are now offered as a stand-alone option on Arc and Aero models. Ventilated front seats, previously standard on the Arc, are now optional. Additionally, Aero models get a more aggressive lower body kit.

• Best-in-class crash scores, long list of standard features, plush highway ride, supportive seats, large trunk.

• Turbo lag at low speeds, suspension too soft for aggressive driving, interior materials could use improvement.

User Reviews:

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  Saab 9-5 Linear Sport Wagon - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Rick & Kristi - July 11 - 2:00 am

  Great Car; we own 2 Saab 9-5s

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  Great car to by used - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By CaliforniaSaab - November 30 - 8:40 pm

  No better value, as depreciation runs high. Got mine with 23,000 miles for $15k at Carmax. What a deal. Spotless reliability so far, now at 45,000 miles. Very comfortable. Great on freeway. Handling could be a little tighter but thats what you get with FWD.

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  Saab 9-5 is a great car - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Timothy Moore - November 4 - 2:33 pm

  I have been very pleased with my second Saab purchase. I get a kick out of driving this car and cant keep it away from my brother. It is a great, enjoyable, classy and beautiful car. While quirky in some respects, it is a car that stands out from the rest. I love my 9-5.

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  Took a long time to buy one - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By arline grady - July 21 - 2:00 am

  I am in the market to buy another Saab probably will look at the BMW, Mercedes and a Jag but I know in my heart it will be a another Saab I change every two or 3 years. This will be my 4th. Have had all the others above, but the ride, comfort and dependability in a Saab is the best. I now have a 2001

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  Its a blast to drive - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Rob - February 10 - 6:23 am

  This Aero really MOVES! I cant seem to keep it under 100 mph. Its fun to drive. I looked at the Audi A6 and the Volvo S60R, test drove them all extensively, but the fun factor and interior room in the 9-5 sold me. I wanted a winter worthy car and front wheel drive is, for most practical highway purposes, as useful as AWD. Great gas mileage on the 9-5 to boot. Just watch out for tickets!

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  Great driving car - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By jsima - September 13 - 7:13 am

  Bought it used with 28000 miles. This is a really great driving and performing car. Have had many problems, but all were fixed by dealer under good factory warranty. Gas mileage is very good and performance is outstanding. I get 28 - 30 mpg highway driving on a regular basis. 5 speed

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  Saab 9-5 Wagon - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By bruceposner - October 7 - 2:00 am

  This is a comfortable family car for both city and highway driving. In town, it is nimble and easy to park. On highway it is quiet and the turbo gives the 4 cylinder more than enough pep.

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  Bought It New...Hoping Saab Stays In Business! - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By mr_monza - May 3 - 12:03 pm

  We bought this car in August of 2004 while my wife was pregnant. We needed the utility of a station wagon but wanted something that was fun to drive and had a decent level of luxury appointments. The Saab has not disappointed! This is a medium sized wagon thats comfortable and has plenty of space for a trip to the beach. It gets over 30 MPG on the highway and has a very spirited performance from its 220 HP turbo. Its not our only car, so it has low mileage (around 32 K). It has not had any significant problems at all----a very safe and reliable car. The quality of the materials is excellent. The paint finish remains like new. No complaints at this point---still love driving it.

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  2004 95 Aero - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Kumar - January 8 - 10:00 am

  Very comfi, did not realize what i was missing (I have an Isuzu Trooper). Very snug and well fitting seats. Great pickup and handling (not quite the same as a BMW 325i), but for 36K I got much more car for a little bit in terms of pickup and handling. Saabs paid attention to small things like the two sunshades/visors. Controls are very ergonomic in addition. Cant say much about the reliabilty, i bought it on the 10th of july and have done only about 400miles. Overall fun car. Bought the car for my wifes bday, shed happy, but she thinks that this is too complicated for her to handle, something that I am not in a hurry to correct :)

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  Shame on GM - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Saad_Saab - December 27 - 7:10 pm

  My initial love affair with this car has gone cold. Ive had this car almost 1 year, bought it as Certified Pre Owned, and it is bordering on qualifying as a lemon. Ten trips to the dealership, mostly for brake related problems (noise, vibration, ABS/TCS lights coming on). My nearest dealership is 100+ miles away, so major inconvenience. Today, check engine light came on, a week after getting it back from the shop. Typical story. In the cars defense, a lot of the trips are due to dealership/mechanic incompetence, but isnt that part of the package? I only recommend a 9-5 if you live near a dealership and they supply loaners, and you get extended warranty.