2008 Saab 9-5 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Saab 9-5 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2008 Saab 9-5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.60 | $20.65 |
2008 Saab 9-5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.3 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,900 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,920 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Saab 9-5
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (19) and electrical system (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V063000 | 2016-02-03 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the... |
| 08V160000 | 2008-04-09 | seats:front assembly:head restraint | SAAB IS RECALLING 57,389 MY 2002-2008 9-5 SERIES VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING COMPLIANCE TESTING, ONE OF THE UPPER INTERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION TEST POINTS EXCEEDED THE STANDARD'S REQUIREMENTS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2008 Saab 9-5?
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2008 Saab 9-5 for sale by us right now. Before you buy the 2008 Saab 9-5, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
What to check on the 9-5
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Engine and fuel
Its 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo drives through a 5-speed manual. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
A combined rating of 11.2 L/100 km works out to about 34 litres per 300 km. Driving 300 km costs roughly $58.80 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Size and space
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Luggage space is 1,048 litres, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Who rents the 9-5
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
A longer test drive
Try the 9-5 on your commute, then decide. Rent first, buy later: a week with the 9-5 answers the big questions. If the 9-5 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
Running costs
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $19.60 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $196 at our price setting. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
Year and trim
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Ask us
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 Saab 9-5 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Saab 9-5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Saab 9-5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Saab 9-5?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 Saab 9-5 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 Saab 9-5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Saab 9-5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3920.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.