Saab 9-5 Saloon 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    For the money acceptable considering the car's performance.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive to service and replace the tyres.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent motorway cruiser due to the blend of power and ride. Rolls too much when cornering for a car of this power. Very wide B pillars obscure the view when pulling out to overtake.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    After 2,800 RPM it goes like a rocket. It's looks hide this making it great for leaving more powerful looking cars behind.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems (other than a failed thermostat after two weeks) after 10 months heavy use

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Easily lost in the crowd

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Roomy interior, excellent instrument layout, very roomy boot

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent. Has deadlocks and multi sensing alarm

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No problems

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Radiator thermostat failed in second week

    Other

    none

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes