Car financing: 2008 Saab 9-7
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 14.7 to 18.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. 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
- 14.7 to 18.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Saab 9-7 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.
2008 Saab 9-7 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.2L 6-cylinder | 5.3L 8-cylinder | 6.0L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 19.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 425 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.79 | $22.79 | $31.68 |
2008 Saab 9-7: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 5.3 L | 6.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 13 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 20 | 19 | 16 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 16 | 13 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 19 | 16 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$6,300 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,558 | $4,558 | $6,336 |
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 9-7
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting (9), electrical system (6) and engine (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V519000 | 2015-08-14 | exterior lighting:headlights | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab 9-7x vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the headlamp driver module... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2008 Saab 9-7
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2008 Saab 9-7 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2008 Saab 9-7 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the 9-7
There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting, electrical system and engine; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Under the hood
It is powered by the 4.2L 6-cylinder, with all-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
A combined rating of 14.7 L/100 km works out to about 44 litres per 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $22.79 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,200 a year for 15,000 miles.
What the 9-7 is like
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.
Best uses
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the 9-7 for a week and see how it fits your life. If the 9-7 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent the 9-7 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Money matters
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $227.90 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.79 in fuel.
Choosing the right one
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Within the 2008 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Send a request
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 2008 Saab 9-7 from us first.
Ask us about the 2008 Saab 9-7
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Saab 9-7 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Saab 9-7
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Saab 9-7?
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 9-7 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 9-7 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Saab 9-7 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4558.00.
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.