2008
Saab 9-5

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$37,685
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn
    Starts at
    $37,685
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Aero
    Starts at
    $38,705
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn SportCombi
    Starts at
    $38,955
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Wgn SportCombi Aero
    Starts at
    $40,070
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

260-hp four-cylinder
Manual or automatic
Standard stability system
Standard side-impact airbags
Standard rain-sensing wipers

The good & the bad

The good

Construction quality
Handling and control
Transmission operation

The bad

Pending further review
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Safety review

Based on the 2008 Saab 9-5 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 16 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.5
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

By Terry from Kansas City
Owns this car
August 25, 2020

Stick with a winner

This is my third 9-5 sport combi. searched for 4 months to find the right one. I put 102K miles on the last one, and look forward to at least that many on this one. purchased with 87K on it. Cost per mile of the last car excluding gas, maintenance, etc. was $.14/mile.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By JR from Boulder, CO
Owns this car
November 5, 2018

truely the best bang for the buck in used cars!

Stylish European design inside and out. NOT a flimsy asian car, the Saab has a sturdiness to it that inspires safety and stability. Turbocharged 4 cylinder: You get 4 cylinder economy with V6 power. Many independent Saab mechanics around, and Saab still makes parts for their cars!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2008 Saab 9-5?

The 2008 Saab 9-5 is available in 4 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • Aero (1 style)
  • SportCombi (1 style)
  • SportCombi Aero (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2008 Saab 9-5?

The 2008 Saab 9-5 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2008 Saab 9-5 reliable?

The 2008 Saab 9-5 has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2008 Saab 9-5 owners.

Is the 2008 Saab 9-5 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2008 Saab 9-5. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 16 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.4
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