Overview & Reviews

Entry-level models get more horsepower from the turbo four-cylinder while all models get the OnStar telematics system, turbo gauges and two new colors.

• Satisfying performance, impressive luxury, reasonable price, wagon availability.

• Quirky Saab design attributes and ergonomics, uninspired exterior styling.

User Reviews:

Showing 21 through 30 of 87.00

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  Terrible hot! - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By adonis23 - January 8 - 5:28 pm

  I live in the midwest and during this summer of 2012, we have experienced extreme daily heat (99-107 degrees F). My 9-5 Aero automatic usually performs flawlessly inside and out, but the heat has brought odd and annoying electrical problems: There is a "bing-bong" noise that lets you know when there is a problem, which would be helpful if it didnt do it every minute or two; the gas gage fluctuates from completely empty back to the accurate reading while the TSC/off light is on despite pushing the button, and I have replaced the same headlight three times this year. I love the car though. I drove to NYC and was able to get 31.0 mpg, which is incredible with 230 bhp.

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  Saab 9-5 - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By MEC - October 18 - 2:00 am

  Excellent car that is fun to drive

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  Very Quick 4 banger - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Greyaero - August 31 - 2:00 am

  This Aero 5 speed can run with the best of them. Can easily get 30 mpg on road trips. Different that the run of the mill sport sedan. The safety features are excellent, sa good as they get.

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  Saab - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Chrisopher Jaworowic - May 8 - 11:26 am

  Purchased vehicle to replace a 2002 Isuzu Trooper. Saab Wagon is more versatile, much safer to drive, handles better, more economical & overall a great alternative to a SUV. Really surprised at how fast the car is, many times have burned rubber pulling out into traffic!

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  Turbo 4 cyl, love it! - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Italianpony09 - April 21 - 12:40 pm

  Bought this car to replace my 90 F-150 as a daily driver. Good mpg considering the performance and size of the car. First day my serpentine belt slipped off, dealer had head gasket replaced from before I purchased it and missed that the crank seal was leaking oil too. Alarm batteries are going dead, pulled the fuse to prevent it from going off erratically. A few common problems for 9-5s, but to be expected for a 9 yr old car. Overall I am very pleased with the 9-5, cant wait to be able to purchase a new one. Hope that GM is able to sell Saab back to a Swedish company and not drop the brand altogether, I would be very sad. Its a pretty smart car for a 2001! Gotta love the swedes!

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  Great car to drive and own - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Love Saab - February 24 - 10:00 am

  Car has almost 52,000 miles. Bought it when it had 15,000 miles. Rental company had used it first. No major problems. Good lumbar support, heated seats. I can leave everyone else at the light. Got 35 mph on cruise control. Handles well. Fun to drive.

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  Saab 9-5 - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Heapster - September 18 - 2:00 am

  The most unbelievably solid car Ive ever owned, period.

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  Just one owner - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Saab - August 18 - 10:00 am

  Fun to drive. Fun to own.

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  saab 9-5 - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By gt324 - July 12 - 10:00 am

  no problems what so ever transmission is really smooth when you put it in sport mode it really scoots

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  Saab = Reliability & Performance - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By russ8128 - April 25 - 10:00 am

  About to turn the car in after 3 great years. Never a problem with the car. Great stereo. Saabs tagline, "People who drive a Saab, buy one" could be more true. Seats are very comfortable, heated rear seats a bonus for the kids. Power is impressive for a larger car. Sport function on the automatic transmission really make a difference (never used the "regular" mode - it made the car drag).