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 31 through 40 of 87.00

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  Fun to own - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By snowbirdco - February 26 - 10:00 am

  The Saab is extremely comfortable, it drives well in good and bad weather. Very fun to drive. This car puts a smile on my face everytime I walk up to it!

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  Just misses being great - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By lasaabguy - February 5 - 10:00 am

  Excellent highway car with smooth ride and passing power. Manual is slow off the line around town. You are behind everyone else leaving the light as the turbo spools up, but a lot of power once you are rolling. Very comfortable seating and quiet at speed. Good room. Super build quality - zero problems in 2 years.

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  I Really Like It - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By crwindy - October 31 - 10:00 am

  I replaced a Passat V6 GLX wagon with this used Saab. I couldnt be happier. The overall quality and solidity of this wagon makes the VW seem like an old minibus. The engine is so powerful and smooth; the ride so good and the handling is very good especially for a wagon. The interior is very comfortable and the seats are great. I get 30 MPG on the highway and 26-27 overall. This car is certainly worth a look. P.S. I have the 5 speed.

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  EXCEPTIONAL CAR - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By zax9-5 - April 17 - 2:00 am

  The longer I have the car the more I love it. The car is extremely solid and does everything well. Very powerful, love the turbo sound. Gets great gas mileage, I get between 22-25 on average. The 9-5 is a complete tank in the snow, very sure footed. This is the first vehicle I feel safe in. After visiting a salvage yard and seeing wrecked SAABs, I know the car will protect me almost better than anything on the market. Some 9-5s have had problems, mine however has been absolutely problem free for over 28,000 miles. Coming from a person who keeps cars for 2 years or less, I hope to have this one for at least 200,000 miles. Good warranty.

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  SAAB Certified 9-5se Wagon - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By strentky - March 14 - 10:00 am

  My Wife and I purchased this untitled, program car with 7000 miles and have driven it to 55,000 (mostly) trouble free miles. Saab has provided excellent service and this has kept us coming back to them for regular maintenance items and oil changes. I believe that this car will indeed last well beyond the 100,000 mile, 7yr. warranty that is provided as part of the certification process. The two things that have given us problems are the Trip Computer (which will fail in any 9-5 eventually), and the transmission linkage. Both were replaced under warranty (no charge).

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  Lots of extras for your money - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By seelos - November 29 - 10:00 am

  This is the 6th SAAB in a row that I have owned and the quality has really improved over the years. They used to be a real sob story as far as quality went and repairs in this area (San Diego) were a problem. Now the dealership has changed and it is great. We get a new SAAB as a loaner any time we take it in! Free maintenance for 45,000 is a plus since my 3 year lease @15,000 miles per year should end when I hit that mark.

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  Consider this car - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Bluewater42 - September 30 - 2:00 am

  Im very happy with my 2001 SE V-6 Saab. After two A-6s, Im enjoying the reliabilty (zero problems), great dealer support and what I feel is a great performing car. Plenty of power, esp. with S mode on, very comfy ride and seats, great stereo, lots on nice amenities. Given what these vehicles go for used, I think they are a great buy, but I would skip 1999 year.

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  SAAB not BMW - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By sway - September 29 - 10:00 am

  people with class drive SAABs. I love mine, the sales people are great and treat you with the respect you deserve after dropping 40 grand. Plus, BMWs you see everyday, Ive never scene a replica of my car. I like the idea of having something different. So dont buy one!!!

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  Best All Around - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By David G. Mills - May 22 - 2:00 am

  This is the best all around car on the market for safety, performance, utility, comfort, efficiency, value amd class. No other car does so many things as well.

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  Very happy with 9-5! - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By MJ1 - May 4 - 2:00 am

  Great car. One year old now and no service calls at all. Great pick-up from 0-60, even better from 40-60. I have never had a car with such passing power. Roomy & comfortable. Good in rain & snow. Heated seats work better than in other cars I have had. Has ventilated seats that cool you in the summer! This car does everything well. Anyone considering an Audi, BMW or Benz should look at this car 1st.