Overview & Reviews
Saab debuts the high-performance 9-5 Aero Sedan and Wagon with 230 horsepower. Entry-level sedans and wagons sport new 16-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, and all SE versions offer a turbo V6 and auto-dimming rearview mirror. The 9-5 Wagon Gary Fisher Edition offers a sportier exterior design and a Saab Limited Edition Gary Fisher mountain bike. A sunroof and traction-control system (TCS) have been added to the standard equipment list.
- Satisfying performance, impressive luxury, reasonable price, wagon availability.
- Quirky Saab design attributes and ergonomics, uninspired exterior styling.
User Reviews:
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FUN FUN FUN - 2000 Saab 9-5
By hotrodMN - December 23 - 3:20 amI am a proud owner of a 2000 9-5 Aero sedan. I was looking for something fun to drive, had great curb appeal, seats 5 and wasnt what everyone else drove. I found my car online from a private party 900 miles from MN. This car averaged 29mpg from VA to MN. Lots of low and nid range torque. 60-80mph is a blink of an eye. This car is the best performance for the money. All I can say is that it puts a smile on my face every morning! FUN FUN FUN!!!
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This is my SUV - 2000 Saab 9-5
By ACF - November 28 - 10:00 am2nd Saab (also have a 1992 900S), and its great. This wagon holds its own on many fronts. A Suburban rear ended me hard at a stop light--I drove away, he was towed (anti-whiplash headrest was amazing). Turbo is satisfying for every day driving, though Saab did the right thing in increasing the base HP. Safety, cavernous storage, driver comfort, extras—a great value. Rear seat room good even for adults. Im surprised at complaints of quality problems-- dealer did replace SID recently, but at 3 years this car could be almost showroom quality. I expect to drive it for 5-7 more years.
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Love My Saab - 2000 Saab 9-5
By Erica Blum - January 21 - 2:00 amThis is the second Saab that I have owned. I love to drive it and I love the way it handles.
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Lots of FUN - 2000 Saab 9-5
By oxie1 - December 10 - 6:16 pmI owned the car for 6 months and had to put about $500 a month in it, but no major problems just maintenance. I would recommend. Drove from ATL to Taladega @ an average of 130MPH and was just as smooth.
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Aero is the best - 2000 Saab 9-5
By NCAlan - November 10 - 7:16 amGot my Aero used from the official dealership here in Canada and so far quite satisfied. Had some initial electric problems like broken CDchanger but its being fixed by the dealership. Otherwise this is the best car I ever owned. Drove it already for around 8,000km during last 2 months, mostly highway driving, and Aero performs extremely well on the high- speed. Overtaking is a blast, and acceleration, even with the automatic transmission, puts that nice smile on your face. Sport mode is must on the freeway. Aero drives and handles like a small sports car providing comfort of the luxury sedan. In my opinion exterior styling of the Aero model is a work of art that stands out of the crowd.
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Best All-Around Family Sedan - 2000 Saab 9-5
By ben james - October 28 - 2:00 amAlways use Edmunds for my research, so after deciding on a 2000 Saab 9-5 SE I felt obligated to provide a review. This vehicle is the only european car to make Consumer Reports list of "Best Bets" and having owned it for over a month, I can see why. Hands down the safest, most reliable and most enjoyable family sedan on the market. A delight to drive, even better than my friends BMW 5-series (at much less an upkeep cost). Its comfortable interior and Saab design belies the incredible acceleration provided by the V6. I could not be happier with my purchase and look forward to many years of enjoyable driving!
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Underappreciated Vehicle - 2000 Saab 9-5
By checito28 - October 21 - 2:00 amWhen I was looking for a new used car, I wanted it to be fun to drive, reliable, and also luxurious. I also wanted it to be unique. This car fits the bill, I have the manual trans and it is great! The turbo lag is non- existent (perhaps someone with more skill notices a turbo lag) it looks great, its comfortable for 4 people (including rear heated seats). My only complaint is with the cupholders - although everyone talks about how cool the folding cupholder is, it only holds standard sizes and sometimes its difficult to get the can out.
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Love the 9-5 aero - 2000 Saab 9-5
By cueball1 - June 22 - 10:00 amThis is a great car. It was purchased used with only 27000 miles. I cant imagine buying one new and eating the horrible depreciation, but what a bargain used for under $20000. This car makes amazing power, is incredibly smooth, handles great and you dont pass yourself on the road every 5 minutes. Drove this car 13 hours straight at nearly 80 MPH and it got an amazing 32 mph. Ventilated seats and the cooler in the glove box are great when on the road long distances. Quirky sometimes means imaginative. Terrific car for the same price I would have paid for a boring mid line accord or camry.
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Awesome Ride! - 2000 Saab 9-5
By toxicavenger70 - April 30 - 7:26 pmThis is my second 9-5 wagon but this one is Limited Edition Gary Fisher. Great car but I did do a Saab ECU upgrade and it took all the turbo lag out of it! No slow starts from the light anymore! It is almost like I have it in Sport Mode all the time. Best seats I have ever sat in for a long time and heated seats that dont cook your bottom. Car handles great in our Colorado snow with snowtires (no studs). It did have the standard SID problems, Coolant bypass valve, #6 PVC update and crappy tires. But I get BBA reman. to fix the SID and it has a warranty for 86 bones, PCV update 50 bones and now the car is ready to rock!
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Saab Aero is fun - 2000 Saab 9-5
By RaviSingh - April 3 - 10:00 amI have driven a number of European vehicles over the years. The 2000 Saab Aero has definitely been the most fun to drive. After leasing it on a 42 month lease, I have decided to buy out the car. It is ergonomically built for the drivers comfort. Things which others find Quirky such as the ignition in the middle is actually much safer as the key and lock mechanism is known to cause knee injuries. This car has a 230hp engine and goes 0- 60 in around 6 seconds. Excellent safety record, great preformance and outstanding handling.
