Saab 9-5

19992006 · 31 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
21
Best
22

The Saab 9-5 has been tested by the EPA across 31 different configurations spanning model years 1999 through 2006. Over this period, the 9-5 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2006
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450162620MPG
2006
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150182722MPG
2005
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300182821MPG
2005
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172620MPG
2004
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2004
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300182721MPG
2004
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Regular
$3,000172620MPG
2004
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172520MPG
2003
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,850172721MPG
2003
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,300182721MPG
2003
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192822MPG
2003
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150192822MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
2002
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,300182721MPG
2002
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdRegular
$2,850172621MPG
2002
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192822MPG
2002
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150192822MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
2001
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2001
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650172419MPG
2001
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192822MPG
2001
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300192621MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650172419MPG
2000
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG
2000
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162219MPG
2000
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2000
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,450182520MPG
2000
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
1999
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
1999
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192822MPG
1999
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG

Historical Efficiency

2006
22
2005
21
2004
21
2003
22
2002
22
2001
22
2000
21
1999
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (9-5) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Saab 9-5. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Saab Saab 9-5 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
45
Total Deaths
29

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
17.8%
Fire Occurrence
4.4%
Speeding Involved
31.1%
DUI Involved
33.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

77%
Front
19%
Side
3%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2022
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2020
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2018
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2017
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2016
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2015
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2014
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.89

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2006
1
2002
3
2001
1
2000
2
1999
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory