Overview & Reviews

An in-dash DVD-based navigation system is added to the options list. Arc models receive a new 16-inch wheel design.

• 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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  A Swedish Study In Contrasts - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By G Anderson - December 19 - 2:43 am

  This is my first Saab, which I picked up after many years behind the wheel of various SUVs and a 4x4 truck. Ive raced cars in the past, so it has always seemed incongruous that I was an SUV driver. Ive finally made the jump to a luxury sport sedan, and I could not be happier with the 9-5 Aero. The 9-5 exemplifies the Swedish design philosophy of refined understatement coupled with performance. Excellent road manners with enough stiffness in the ride to remind you that the car is made to handle and perform. The 2.3 ltr Turbo provides an excellent balance of torquey performance and fuel economy, while at the same time making you forget that theres a little 4 banger under the hood.

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  Saab 9-5 Arc - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By sl - November 7 - 7:33 pm

  This car handles like a dream, has the power needed in a quick start or emergency, but gets the gas mileage of a much less gutsy car.

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  Glitches Anyone - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By Chris Stevens - October 28 - 5:36 am

  This is my first Saab and maybe my last. I have numerous little annoying things take place. Cruise control stopped wrking for a month, roll over gas tank valve failed - cant pump gas into it, inexplicable oil leak & resulting engine knock, failed starter module - would not start, Auto setting for AC does not work consistently. But other than that the car has been great. 26k in 10mos on an 04 9-5 Wagon 2.3T. The car drives great, suspension is softter than my wifes Volvo XC70 - I would prefer less dive & roll and firmer, but it drives beautifully and gets 28-29 mpg on my 110mile commute. My stock Pirelli P6s grip well and quite.

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  my steel grey baby - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By rgloriamay - October 11 - 10:23 am

  went from 2002 se 9-3 to 9-5 arc. love the solid feel and handling. i think it is a very pretty car and this is my fourth saab. i feel very safe in it. only draw back is premium gas and am getting only about 16 mpg in city driving.

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  wicked fun wagon - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By tahcan - June 11 - 6:16 am

  I traded a G500 mercedes (which was a in the shop 41 days in the 8 months I owned it) on this great wagon which continues to amaze me everytime we stuff it full of stuff and still get in the high 20s on the highway. It is a manual which is a hoot to drive, it is excellent (with snow tires) in the fluffy stuff, handles very well, comfortable for 5 plus the dogs in back. I am not sure why there are not many more of these wagons out there. It kicks the volvo in turning radius by some 9 feet which is a major deal in city driving, bigger then the subaru, and i would not have considered another mercedes after the last one.

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  Saab 9-5 wagon did not disappoint - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By deacane - June 7 - 9:10 am

  Purchased based upon Consumer Reports ratings. I wasnt crazy about the rims on the Arc, but I replaced them with 17-inch rims and Pirelli speed-rated tires, and the wagon is almost perfect. Great car, great performance (7.0 0-60), and 32.5 mpg on the highway. Whats not to love?

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  csi - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By Stephen Moore - March 21 - 3:20 pm

  fun to drive, unique exterior styling sets it apart from other sedans

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  I Love my Saab 9-5 - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By Saab forever - September 1 - 5:23 pm

  This is my first "nice" car and I love the performance, comfort, and gas mileage I get (consistently 27-28 MPG). The Turbo engine is something I cant live without. Im looking forward to it handling the snow this winter!!!

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  Fine car but not bullet proof - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By Robert Green - August 2 - 8:00 am

  My wife is the primary driver, but weve both logged enough miles to form an opinion. First, the good: handling, acceleration, brakes, ride comfort. Looks good in an understated way from all angles. Love that tight turning circle. Wife loves the turbo boost, cargo space and six-way seat. 26-28 mpg with manual transmission. The midnight blue, she found, is not invisible to police radar however. The not so good: ABS and water pumps failed, some headlight relay issues, rear ABS sensor/hub replaced. All under warranty. Road noise a bit high with Pirellis and replacement Bridgestone Potenzas. On balance were aiming for 200K, but expect it will not be a cheap ride.

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  Fun to drive - 2005 Saab 9-5
  By Dan Schilling - April 8 - 1:36 am

  This is a great car! Plenty of power and it sips gas. The rear seat is one of only a few cars that has a comfortable seating position. What more could you want from a sport sedan.