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:

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  Perplexed as heck!!! - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By James - July 6 - 8:13 pm

  Bought a used 2001 95 wagon in jan.08. The first 8 months-great! Then, starting issues began. Replaced starter, battery, ignition cassettes; still wont start now and then! Googled "Saab issues" and cant fathom how many problems there are. Why are they allowed to continue to sell these defective things! Is it GM or a pre-GM issue? Im so over it I could puke. Oh, the power window issue and the rear light failures, too! When it starts I could drive it to California and back (from KY where I live), but dont dare let it sit for a few hours! Any input or thoughts? Im at my wits end! No more Saabs for me!

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  Pretty, comfortable, powerful, stylish - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By odoyal - June 22 - 10:00 am

  This car is fun, stylish, and very comfortable. The sport mode of the 95 saab is a real nice kick when you hit the gas and is a considerable step up from the normal mode. The cup holders are a negative but with the long list of standard features, it more than makes up for it. Also OnStar is nice to have if your willing to pay the extra $120-$300 a year. I would get the 3 liter because there is more than enough power and isnt as noisy as my friends aero version.

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  Repairs and you better hare your records - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By danielrpatrick - June 8 - 10:00 am

  All i have to say is you better keep all your receipts or you will be in trouble. I just got off an hour long converstation with SAAB. They are not going to fix a clogged oil pump, because I dont have the reciept for everyone oil change. I asked so what happens if the motor blows up are you going to stand behind me: they said nope based on the fact that i dont have all the paperwork. Save it all that is my advice. Im going to pick it up and trade it in on a bmw.

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  Verdict Still Out - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By JOHN - May 26 - 6:56 am

  Bought certified used with 36,000 miles on it. Less than 5,000 miles later needed new oil pump, new water pump (covered by warranty) and replaced the brake light bulbs twice. Very comfortable car and relatively fun to drive. Does have slight but noticable turbo lag, but car is nimble. Gimmicky cupholder is useless. Very little storage space in cabin for things like coins, etc. I like the car but early indications of reliability give me pause.

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  Nice ride! - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By snowboardereh - May 8 - 6:36 pm

  Nice Ride! Interior very roomy. Split rear seat makes it easy to put a couple of snowboards and gear in trunk and still be able to have someone sit in the back!

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  Swedish Meatball - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Wmstrahan - April 17 - 4:00 pm

  Great car until many things begin to go wrong. The car is constantly throwing up trouble lights and things are breaking. Will never buy another Saab (we have two 9-5s) but I hope my friends do so I can ride in them.

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  No BMW - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By bayviewwilliams - March 4 - 5:23 am

  My 9-5 was swift, not fast. Exceptionally comfortable. Interior packaging was great, trunk space awesome, even good gas mileage. But GM really let Saab go, and the performance, build quality or materials cannot hold a candle to contemporary BMWs.

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  Saab 9-5 - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Mike B - January 12 - 10:00 am

  We have what would be termed the 9-5S. However it has all the extras on the SE except the V6 engine. Talked to the Saab mechanics at the dealership before I purchased. They recommended the 2.3 4 cyl engine. Its true Saab engine and more reliable. We have been very pleased in all respects. Did have a board in the computer go bad which left it dead until replaced, On Star worked great to get help.

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  Great used car, no regrets - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Greg C - December 24 - 2:00 am

  I bought this 2001 9-5 used and love it! I think this car is the best value out there for a used, low mileage car. Ive driven it 4500 miles with no problems.I like the fact that you dont see a lot of them on the road. (Have you noticed how many BMWs are on the road! Everybody and their brother has one!)I highly recommend buying buying a low mileage 2001 9-5. I think the 1999s have to many problems, that was the first year.

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  Stealth Wagon - 2001 Saab 9-5
  By Rob Lichtefeld - November 19 - 10:00 am

  I had previously owned a 9000 Aero and really wanted a large hatchback when I replaced it. However, no one is manufacturing one now. So, I looked at Audi, BMW, MB, and Saab wagons. Finding a wagon with a stick is very difficult here in the US. Both my wife and I prefer manual transmissions. The Saab Aero wagon is the most fun to drive of all of the wagons in this category. Most of the time, I never notice that I am driving a wagon. Other than the rear visibility is better than on sedans.