Car financing: 1998 Saab 9000

None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 13.1 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.

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Combined
11.2 to 13.1 L/100 km
Recalls
1

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Saab 9000 of the 1984 to 1991 generation
Photo: Niels de Wit from Lunteren, The Netherlands, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of the Saab 9000, not the exact year; not one of our cars

For sale

We do not have a 1998 Saab 9000 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.

1998 Saab 9000 specs

1998 Saab 9000 powertrains
SpecPowertrain 1Powertrain 2
Engine2.3L 4-cylinder turbo2.3L 4-cylinder turbo
DriveFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Transmission5-speed manual4-speed automatic
FuelPremium gasRegular gas
City13.1 L/100 km14.7 L/100 km
Highway9.4 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km
Combined11.2 L/100 km13.1 L/100 km
CO₂263 g/km307 g/km
Cost to drive 100 km$19.60$20.31

1998 Saab 9000: every figure

1998 Saab 9000 figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2
Displacement2.3 L2.3 L
Cylinders44
MPG city (US)1816
MPG highway (US)2524
MPG combined (US)2118
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)2522
Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet)680 L (24 cu ft)680 L (24 cu ft)
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$3,900US$3,700
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium)$3,920$4,062

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 1998 Saab 9000

  • 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 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about suspension (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
1998 Saab 9000 recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
98V1390001998-06-23equipment:other:labelsVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON THE DRIVER SIDE VISOR WAS OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

The 1998 Saab 9000: before you buy

No 1998 Saab 9000 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. 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 1998 Saab 9000 is a big decision; here is the information we have.

Before you sign for the 9000

Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. 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.

Reading the spec sheet

The powertrain here is the 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual. 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.

Fuel use is rated 11.2 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 34 litres. In energy, every 100 km costs about $19.60 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,900 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Practical details

As a large sedan, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. The trunk holds 680 litres by the EPA's count: bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.

Who it is for

It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.

Try before you buy

Drive the 9000 on your commute before you commit to it. If the 9000 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.

What it costs to run

Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$3,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Choosing the right one

If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

Questions first?

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 1998 Saab 9000 from us first.

Rent the 1998 Saab 9000Request a rental

Ask us about the 1998 Saab 9000

Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1998 Saab 9000 for you and reply within one business day.

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.

Buying the 1998 Saab 9000

Does CarmaCars sell the 1998 Saab 9000?

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 1998 Saab 9000 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 1998 Saab 9000 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.

What does the 1998 Saab 9000 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.