Car financing: 2004 Saab 9-5
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.0 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
- 11.0 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2004 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.
2004 Saab 9-5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo |
| 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 |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.8 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.0 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 259 g/km | 263 g/km | 276 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.05 | $19.60 | $18.29 | $20.65 |
2004 Saab 9-5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
| 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) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,150 | US$3,900 | US$3,350 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,410 | $3,920 | $3,658 | $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 2004 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 19 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (14), engine (2) and engine and engine cooling (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.
Car financing: the 2004 Saab 9-5
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2004 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. Here is the 2004 Saab 9-5 for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
What to check on the 9-5
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, engine and engine and engine cooling; have those parts checked. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
The figures, translated
The 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Its combined rating is 11.0 L/100 km, which means roughly 33 litres for 300 km. A 300 km weekend costs about $51.15 in energy at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,150 a year for 15,000 miles.
Practical details
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. For luggage, 1,048 litres means bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Who the 9-5 suits
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Rent it for a week first
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Rent first, buy later: a week with the 9-5 answers the big questions. Rent the 9-5 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
The cost of driving it
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. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Year and trim
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. Within the 2004 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Get an offer
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 2004 Saab 9-5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2004 Saab 9-5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 Saab 9-5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 Saab 9-5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 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 2004 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 2004 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 2004 Saab 9-5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3410.00.
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.