Auto loans: 2005 Saab 9-5
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 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
- 11.2 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
Rent a 2005 Saab 9-5 for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: 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.
2005 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 |
2005 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 2005 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 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (2), electrical system (2) and equipment (2). 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2005 Saab 9-5?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2005 Saab 9-5 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 2005 Saab 9-5, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Before you sign for the 9-5
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
Under the hood
The 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo with front-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
At 11.2 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 34 litres of fuel. At our price setting, it costs about $19.60 to drive 100 km. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
A good match for
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
How big it is
As a mid-size car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. Luggage space is 1,048 litres, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent first, buy later: a week with the 9-5 answers the big questions.
Which one to look for
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$3,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $19.60 in fuel.
One more step
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2005 Saab 9-5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2005 Saab 9-5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Saab 9-5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Saab 9-5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 Saab 9-5?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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.