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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awesome car - 2001 Saab 9-5
By kelb - August 21 - 10:00 amI bought the car new and loved it from day one. Very smooth and quick - especially highway driving. Great handling and low noise at 100 MPH (so I hear). Roomy interior easily matches more expensive cars such as BMW 5 series. Masquerades as a stylish family sedan, but absolute road rocket at heart.
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Love this Car!!! - 2001 Saab 9-5
By mtbuster - August 3 - 10:00 amI bought this car after a 20 minute test drive. I needed a car as our Ford Explorer (1 year old) was a lemon and going fast. The dealership gave us a great deal. I know believe in Karma!!! This car is great. We have had it for two years now with absolutely no problems!! My wife drives about 100 miles each way to work and says she feels like she is driving in her living room. I like the car so much I am going to buy another for me!!
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Great car - 2001 Saab 9-5
By Scott - July 21 - 1:13 amMy first Saab and will (hopefully) not be my last. I have a lower back issue and do not ride in cars very well. However, I can ride long distances in this car in relative comfort. Kick the sport in and it goes!
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My fifth Saab - 2001 Saab 9-5
By Paul in PA - April 9 - 2:26 pmAnother great Saab. Lots of room for camping and a comfortable ride. My gas mileage was 32 driving to South Carolina with the AC on full time (5-speed manual.) Just like a tank in the snow with four snow tires, of course. Just won a Peoples Choice award at Saabs in Carlisle at the Carlisle Import/Replicar show in May, so the looks are great.
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Terrible hot! - 2001 Saab 9-5
By adonis23 - January 8 - 5:28 pmI 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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Its pretty, its fun, its unreliable - 2001 Saab 9-5
By Broke in RI - November 14 - 5:36 pmI bought my Saab wagon used in 2005. I drive less than 12,000 miles a year, and it has spent way more time in the shop than I care to tally. Oil leak, timing belt pulley, water pump, gas line recall, turbo, wouldnt start when the seasons changed, hatchback handle, drivers side window, passenger window, broken shift cover, seriously too many to list. And the cost to fix is way more than anything Ive ever owned! It was love at first drive, but I cross my fingers every time I go to start it, and every time I hear a rattle. Im far too friendly with my local mechanic. He knows my voice when I call on the telephone before I even identify myself. Do not be lured in by the fun ride!
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A Good Safe Used Car Value - 2001 Saab 9-5
By saabsrok - November 6 - 6:10 pm5 Sp Aero; My 4th Saab, 3rd Aero. Bought used on ebay w/43K miles and saved big. Now at 110K, even came with a 3 yr warranty. Car has been trouble free for the most part, stranded me once when gas line broke which was later part of a recall. I cant suggest buying new as Saabs depreciate like a rock. Easily get +31 MPG & +500 per tank during mostly highway miles. In the winter these cars really rock especially with 16" Toyo winters. This is one of the best FWD Sport Utility Vehicles out there!
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Saab 9-5 - 2001 Saab 9-5
By MEC - October 18 - 2:00 amExcellent car that is fun to drive
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Very Quick 4 banger - 2001 Saab 9-5
By Greyaero - August 31 - 2:00 amThis 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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Love this car! - 2001 Saab 9-5
By notasoccermom - August 8 - 2:00 amI bought my wagon to replace/upgrade from my Honda wagon. Absolutely love this car! I put on about 250 miles/week commuting, plus errands. Seats are extremely comfortable, ride is quiet, automatic turbo is quick off the light. Did have a problem with the turbo at 20K miles; dealership fixed it under warranty and didnt cost me a dime. Not good in snow, much to my surprise - have to get snow tires. Even so, my husband has a brand new SUV; I much prefer my car over his (except in the snow).
