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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  Allright tourer - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Colonel - June 19 - 2:00 am

  Not a true sports sedan since it does have a little handling issues, overall and excellant avordable vehicle when compared to the BMW/Audi(volkswagens) of the world

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  Best Kept Secret - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By JaeNoh - May 1 - 2:00 am

  Its great that I get to buy a car like the 9-5 for $35,000 while suckers will pay $50,000 for a BMW 530 and get so much less of everthing else.

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  Great Used Value - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By hal9000 - April 8 - 1:43 am

  I think 04-05 Saab 9-5s are one of the best kept secrets on the used market.The resale value of GM era Saabs stinks. Bad if you want to buy a used one and sell it in two years. Great if you want a terrific content filled bargain you can drive for years. All the early bugs have been worked out. You get a vehicle that ranks tops in safety. Speed if you want it. Fuel efficiency if you want it. Plenty of passenger and cargo room. Very smooth ride(even with my Aero suspension). I also prefer the body style of the 04-05 vs. the 06. Dont be scared of the Saab stories you here from people. Most are probably from 9-3 owners and those are a very different vehicle than the 9-5.

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  This is a superb vehicle! - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By BFLdesign1 - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Love this car for comfort, for safety, getting 28 mpg on long trips, typically 22 mpg around town. Lots of space.

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  SAABA - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By FRANK BAKER - March 19 - 2:00 am

  BEST VEHICLE FOR FAMILY. WE BOUGHT FOR WIFE BUT I DRIVE MORE THAN SHE DOES. VERY QUICK AND HANDLES WELL. IM 6-2" A LITTLE DIFFICULT GETTING IN BUT ONCE IN VERY COMFORTABLE. TURBO REPLACED AT 40,000-WARRANTY COVERED. I USUALLY DRIVE GMC TRUCK 2500HD.

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  Welcome to The State of Independence... - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Michael_LA_CA - January 20 - 10:00 am

  I admit it; they had me at Welcome. I was captivated by a marketing campaign aimed at winning buyers from new, diverse demographics. To my own credit, I still did my homework and heavily researched several other vehicles. I read endless consumer guides and reviews, online and in print, that covered everything about these cars from environmental ratings to crash test results to resale values and more. In the end, spreadsheet in-hand, I test drove the Audi A4, the BMW 3 series, the Volvo S60, saving the Saab 9-[3] [my pre test drive pick]. Then, at the showroom, I was again captivated. This time by a sexy, black 9-5 Aero Sedan. For fun, I decided to test it. They had me at 9/10s of a mile.

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  Second Saab 95 - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Saab Owner Greg - December 13 - 10:00 am

  Very responsive and fun to drive. Extremely comfortable seating and controls.

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  9-5 aero - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By dfeldm - August 12 - 2:00 am

  Really enjoy the driving experience. The Aero with the ventilated leather seats are very comfortable

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  Aero Sport Wagon on Top - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By kef107 - May 18 - 2:00 am

  Doesnt get much better than this for fun and performance driving. Very powerful, great auto 5sp tranny, and simple Swedish interior styling make it very comfortable. The wagon exterior is the most stylish car on the road IMHO, and it is very functional. I love this Aero and Ive had 8 prior Saabs. Pricing is also very aggressive for sale or lease, and it comes with a driving course at Road Atlanta: Aero Academy!!!

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  AMAZING - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By case - April 11 - 2:00 am

  Ive had the Audi A4 and BMW 330xi all in the last few years, and they cant even touch this car.