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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  the best of the best - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By cr92290 - April 6 - 2:00 am

  This feels so fast. It is the best long distance car you can get other than a Bently. very good MPG

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  Beautiful balance in the Arc sedan - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Lon Sherer - February 22 - 10:30 pm

  Performance is extraordinarily balanced in this car. Handling, accelleration, and highway cruising are simply excellent. The icing on the cake--and never seems to be mentioned in professional reviews--is its mileage! Over 30 mpg 70+ I dont know of a viable competitor with that combination of virtues.

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  great wagon - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By crbonfiber - February 17 - 2:00 am

  Great wagon. Not the same as all the toher cars on the road

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  I bought mine new - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By TD02131 - January 10 - 2:46 pm

  I am not one to keep a car, I usually trade before the warranty runs out. This is the first car Ive kept beyond the warranty. I traded a new Toyota Highlander in on it, the Highlander was just boring to drive. The Saab has never disappointed. I have been considering trading it, but I cant find anything better for the money. I may run this one for 300,000 miles. Theyre right about the tires - go with the michelins. Cup holders are not my priority when deciding on a vehicle. In fact, I hate all the cars with open cup holders that get gunk in them. Its roomy, safe, reliable and fun to drive.

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  Lovely - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By tommy2 - December 6 - 10:00 am

  The only car Ive ever had that I love to just go out driving. Outstanding feature -- road trips -- further the better. Loves to run - settles down about 70 and gets better after that. Great sound system too. Addictive if you are used to Detroit iron.

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  Love mine!! - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By lalzaga - November 23 - 2:00 am

  Ive had my Aero almost a year now. Has 8500 miles on it. Ive had not trouble with it. Ive been service dept free. The only time Ive had to go in to the service dept is for the 30day inspection thats part of the warranty. I love owning and driving this car. I like to so much, Im think of buying a 9-3 conv. :)

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  Great Long Distance Auto - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By Bill - August 19 - 9:46 am

  I bought my 04 Arc with 4500 miles a few months ago. Since have driven 6000+ and enjoyed every minute. Have taken (2) 500+ mile trips and am very happy with mileage, power, comfort and style. Both my wife and I think the car is very easy to drive. Great seats, good controls and easy to read gauges. Lots of storage room make this as easy to pack as our station wagon. We like the materials used in the interior and appreciate the room and soft touch of the space. On the road the car feels smaller than it is and the isolation over rough roads is wonderful. Transmission / engine well matched with plenty of go anytime it is needed. We got 28 MPG on our last trip without trying. Great car!

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  SAAB Wagon - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By walker - July 24 - 2:00 am

  We traded our Volvo V70 wagon after too many service trips to count for annoying things (windows that wouldnt work, door locks that were stuck, back latch not working properly...etc). After driving the SAAB wagon we wondered why we even considered a Volvo! The handling and pickup is in a league of its own, the gas milage makes our old Volvo look like a pickup truck!

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  new saab 9.5 - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By new car - June 1 - 10:00 am

  not a great experience with dealer...picked up car on a very stormy day and was handed the keys and said good luck...no delivery at all...also got home and there was a dent in roof...a 10 minute ride home no stops...in the garage to dry and we see this dent...they did repair it...however a huge inconvenience...

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  aero - 2004 Saab 9-5
  By deltaomega - May 20 - 10:00 am

  i dont know what there talking about the the turbo not kicking in in lower rpm but this car has 258 ftlb torque at 1900 rmp so the turbo kicks in after u already take off with all that torque for continuous acceleration id like to see a bmw do that for this price