Auto loans: 2003 Saab 9-5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2003 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2003 Saab 9-5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.5 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 269.5 g/km | 269.5 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.59 | $18.72 | $17.83 | $20.13 | $21.70 |
2003 Saab 9-5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) | 1048 L (37 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,750 | US$3,275 | US$4,000 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,744 | $3,566 | $4,026 | $4,340 |
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 2003 Saab 9-5
- NHTSA lists 4 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 47 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (29), engine and engine cooling (8) and suspension (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| 07V087000 | 2007-03-07 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION. |
| 06V410000 | 2006-10-26 | electrical system:ignition:module | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGBT) WITHIN THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) DUE TO INCREASED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO ELECTRICAL LOADS. |
| 03V006000 | 2003-01-13 | wheels:hub | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF AN OWNER CHANGES THEIR WHEELS/TIRES BETWEEN SUMMER AND WINTER USING A STEEL WHEEL IN THE WINTER AND AN ALLOY WHEEL IN THE SUMMER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR RUST AND CONTAMINATION TO BUILD UP ON THE WHEEL HUB DURING THE STEEL WHEEL USAGE. IF THIS OCCURS AND THE CONTAMINATION IS NOT... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2003 Saab 9-5
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2003 Saab 9-5 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Thinking about the 2003 Saab 9-5? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
What to check on the 9-5
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 47 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, engine and engine cooling and suspension; have those parts checked.
The numbers in plain words
The 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Its combined rating is 10.7 L/100 km, which means roughly 32 litres for 300 km. Driving 300 km costs roughly $49.77 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Good uses for the 9-5
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Living with the 9-5
As a mid-size car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. With 1,048 litres of luggage space by the EPA's measure, it takes bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Rent it for a week first
Drive the 9-5 on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the 9-5 for a week and see how it fits your life. Try the 9-5 on your commute, then decide.
Choosing the right one
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.59 in fuel.
Ready when you are
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
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 2003 Saab 9-5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2003 Saab 9-5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2003 Saab 9-5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2003 Saab 9-5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2003 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 2003 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 2003 Saab 9-5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2003 Saab 9-5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3318.00.
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.