Saab 9-5

Not to be confused with Saab 95.
Saab 9-5
Overview
Manufacturer Saab (General Motors, later Spyker Cars)
Production 1997–2012
Assembly Trollhättan, Sweden
Body and chassis
Class Executive car (E)
Chronology
Predecessor Saab 9000

The Saab 9-5 is an executive car that was produced by the Swedish automobile maker Saab.

The first generation 9-5 was introduced in 1997 as the replacement to the Saab 9000 for the 1998 model year. At the time, the car represented a great leap forward for Saab. In the United States, the 9-5 was introduced in the spring of 1998, for the 1999 model year.

On September 15, 2009, the second generation was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show and production began in June 2010.[1] It was the first Saab to be launched under Spyker Cars' ownership, even though it was developed almost completely under GM's ownership.

Overview

Saab badged the model as the Saab 95, but consistently advertised it as the Saab 9-5, pronounced "nine five" rather than "ninety-five". This model should not be confused with the Saab 95, produced from 1959 to 1978.

The first generation 9-5 was available with sedan and station wagon body styles. Aerodynamically, the sedan's drag coefficient is 0.29, and the station wagon's is 0.31 (U.S. version 0.33), which was introduced in 1999. It features such innovations as floor tracks to secure cargo and a sliding load floor to make loading easier.

The 9-5 was the first production vehicle to offer ventilated seats, as well as asymmetrical turbocharging in the case of the 3.0L V6 engine.[2]

The last 9-5 sedan of the first generation rolled off the Trollhättan production line at the beginning of July 2009,[3] the last wagon was assembled on February 1, 2010.[4] Since the summer of 1997, when the 9-5 production began, 252,236 sedans, and 231,357 wagons were built. The total production 483,593 units, was narrowly beaten by its predecessor, the 9000, of which 503,000 were built.

Production equipment associated with the first-generation 9-5 was sold by General Motors to BAIC of China in 2009.[5]

First generation (YS3E, 1997–2010)

First generation YS3E
Overview
Production 1997–2009 (sedan)
1998–2010 (wagon)[6]
Body and chassis
Body style 4-door sedan
5-door station wagon
Layout Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform GM2900 platform
Related Senova D Series[7]
Opel Vectra
Opel Calibra
Saab 900 (NG)
Saab 9-3
Saturn L-Series
Powertrain
Engine 1.9 L turbodiesel I4
2.0 L B205 I4
2.2 L turbodiesel D223 I4
2.3 L B235 I4
3.0 L B308 V6
3.0 L Isuzu 6DE1 diesel V6
Transmission 4-speed automatic (1997–2001) 50-42LE
5-speed automatic (2002-09) AF33
5-speed manual FM55B03
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,703 mm (106.4 in)
Length 1997–2000 Sedan: 4,805 mm (189.2 in)
1998–2000 Wagon: 4,808 mm (189.3 in)
2001–05 Sedan: 4,825 mm (190.0 in)
2001–05 Wagon: 4,830 mm (190.2 in)
2006–09 Sedan: 4,836 mm (190.4 in)
2006–09 Wagon: 4,841 mm (190.6 in)
Width 1997–2000 Sedan: 1,793 mm (70.6 in)
Wagon & 2001–09 Sedan: 1,790 mm (70.5 in)
Height 1997–2005 Sedan & 2001–05 Wagon: 1,448 mm (57.0 in)
1998–2000 Wagon: 1,496 mm (58.9 in)
2006–09 Sedan: 1,453 mm (57.2 in)
2006–present Wagon: 1,465 mm (57.7 in)

Engines

The first-generation 9-5 was powered by Saab's B205 and B235 straight-4 engines, and from 2002 in Europe by an Opel Ecotec X22DTH 2.2 diesel engine (Saab D223L), replaced in 2006 by Fiat's 1.9 JTD 16V diesel straight-4. A turbocharged version of the GM 54°, designated by Saab as B308, had a unique asymmetrical low-pressure turbocharger and was available from 1999 to 2003. This engine was available only with an automatic transmission, and cars with this engine installed are distinguishable by their twin tailpipes. The V6 was only available on Arc, SE, and Griffin models. In 2004, the V6 engine was replaced by a high pressure turbo straight-4 engine producing 220 hp (160 kW). By 2006 this engine was producing 260 hp (190 kW) even in the non-Aero or non-sport models (US models).

The B205 & B235-based 9-5 models have suffered a high rate of engine failures due to engine oil sludge. This primarily affected the 1999–2003 models. Saab refined the engine's positive crankcase ventilation system (PCV) for the 2004 and later model years and required use of fully synthetic oil, virtually eliminating the problem. Additionally, SAAB created update kits to retrofit to the 1999–2003 cars since they cannot be easily modified to accept the 2004 and later system. Mounting complaints by 9-5 owners forced GM to offer an eight-year warranty on the engine in 4-cylinder models for original owners, provided the owner can produce proof that they followed the manufacturer's oil change intervals. Saab recommends the use of Full Synthetic or Synthetic blend oil as a preventative measure.

Transmissions

The 9-5 was available with an Aisin AW 4-speed automatic transmission from 1997 to 2001. A new Aisin AW unit replaced the dated four-speed automatic with a five-speed automatic. A five-speed manual transmission is fitted as standard to the base models and the Aero. A six-speed manual transmission was never offered in first-generation 9-5's.

Alternative propulsion

E85

In 2005, an updated version of the 2.0 L turbocharged I4 was introduced in the European market together with the 2006 9-5. The engine was sold as 2.0T BioPower, optimized to run on E85 producing 132 kW (180 hp) at 5500 rpm. There was also a 2.3T BioPower version sold from 2007. It was also introduced in Australia.

E100

There is a Saab 9-5 E100 Concept, based on the turbo 2.0.

Safety

Continuing Saab's long-running tradition of offering class-leading safety features, the 9-5 introduced Saab's Active Head Restraints (SAHR), which moved up and forward to prevent whiplash when the car was struck from the rear. This feature won technology and safety awards in Australia, Denmark and the United Kingdom. The Saab 9-5 also was one of the first cars to have extensive side-crash protection. In the front seats were torso airbags and head airbags, on even the oldest of 9-5s, few other late 1990s vehicles provided the same feature. The basic structure included a robust passenger safety cage, front and rear deformation zones, reinforced door posts and pillars, as well as the "Pendulum B-Pillar", which combined high-strength low-alloy steel at chest and head height with tailored blank steel at the floorpan, designed to direct the crash forces down toward the floor. The design was proven by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) to protect occupants in side crashes, even without the addition of curtain airbags or rear side airbags. From 2002, ESP (electronic stability control), was included as standard equipment.

Another Saab feature was the "Night Panel", which permitted dousing of the instrument panel lighting, except for essential information, for less distraction when driving at night. Once the night panel button (located by the stereo and caution lights) has been activated, the instrument cluster will dim except for the speedometer, which will illuminate from 0-87 mph, until 87 has been exceeded. As a gauge becomes a necessity for the driver's attention, it will illuminate (for example, if the car needs to be refueled, if the engine is overheating, etc.)

In the United States OnStar was available, and provided as standard equipment in selected 9-5's from 2001 onward.[8]

Aero

The performance 9-5 Aero (with earlier versions sometimes referred to as the HOT Aero) was first released in 2000 with a 2.3T B235R engine. The B235R engine of the 9-5 Aero was capable of providing immense torque and acceleration-wise outperformed the Porsche 911 Turbo of the same era from 40-90 mph.Initially badged as a 230ps engine, Saab later conceded that the 230 hp power figure was quite conservative,with the manual versions rated 250 hp and having more torque than stated. This flagship model had a long list of standard features, a sport tuned suspension, and body side moldings. In 2002 a 253 PS (186 kW; 250 hp) 2.3 turbo engine was made standard,which allowed for more torque after 4500 rev/min. All Aero models from 2002-2005 have an identical engine layout and management system, with the 2002-05 models just having a slightly remapped version of that ECU from factory. The high-powered version of the 9-5 in the final form produces 263 PS (193 kW; 259 hp) and 350 N·m (260 lb·ft) of torque (370 N·m (270 lb·ft) with its 20-second overboost function accessible on the manual transmission equipped version. From model year 2006 to end of production, the 260 PS (191 kW; 256 hp) B235R was the standard engine in the 9-5 in both the 2.3T and Aero trims. 2006 had only one badge designation, the 2.3T and appointments normally found on the Aero could be added via a "Sport Package". 2007 and on added an Aero badge to the trunk lid to distinguish from regular 2.3T models. In addition, almost all standard features on the Aero were standard on the 2.3T, the exceptions being sport-tuned chassis, two-tone leather upholstery, "anniversary" wheels and brushed aluminum interior trim, all of which were standard on Aero and not available on the 2.3T.

Police car

Engines

ModelYearsEngineEngine typeDispl.Max. powerMax. torque0–100 km/h[13]
1.9TiD2006–2009Fiat JTDstraight-4, diesel1910 cc 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @ 4000 rpm 320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 2000 rpm10.1 (10.7) s
2.2TiD2002–2005Opel Ecotec Y22DTHstraight-4, diesel2171 cc 120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) @ 4000 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @ 1500 rpm11.0 s
3.0 V6TiD2001–2005Isuzu DMAXV6, diesel2958 cc 177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp) @ 4000 rpm 350 N·m (260 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm8.9 s
2.0t1998–2009B205Estraight-4, petrol1985 cc 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @ 5500 rpm 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm9.8 (10.2) s
2.0t (SAAB tuned)1998–2009B205Lstraight-4, petrol1985 cc 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp) @ 5500 rpm 310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 1700 rpm8.3 s
2.0t BioPower2005–2009B205Estraight-4, E851985 cc 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) @ 5500 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm8.5 (9.0) s
2.3t BioPower2006–2009B235Lstraight-4, E852290 cc 210 PS (154 kW; 207 hp) @ 5500 rpm 310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm7.9 (8.5) s
2.3t1998–2001B235Estraight-4, petrol2290 cc 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @ 5500 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm8.7 (9.3) s
2.3t2001–2009B235Estraight-4, petrol2290 cc 185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) @ 5500 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm7.9 (8.5) s
2.3T2004–2005B235Lstraight-4, petrol2290 cc 220 PS (162 kW; 217 hp) @ 5500 rpm 310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 2500 rpm7.9 (8.5) s
3.0 V61998–2003B308V6, petrol2962 cc 200 PS (147 kW; 197 hp) @ 5000 rpm 310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 2500 rpm8.3 (auto) s
Aero1999–2001B235Rstraight-4, petrol2290 cc 230 PS (169 kW; 227 hp) @ 5500 rpm 370 N·m (270 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm6.9 s
Aero2002–2005B235Rstraight-4, petrol2290 cc 250 PS (184 kW; 247 hp) @ 5300 rpm 370 N·m (270 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm6.9 s
Aero2006–2009B235Rstraight-4, petrol2290 cc 260 PS (191 kW; 256 hp) @ 5300 rpm 370 N·m (270 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm6.9 s
Hirsch2006–2009B235Rstraight-4, petrol2290 cc 300 PS (221 kW; 296 hp) @ 5300 rpm 400 N·m (300 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm6.3 s

Second generation (YS3G, 2010–2012)

Second generation YS3G
Overview
Production 2010–2012
Designer Simon Padian
Anders Gustafsson[14]
Body and chassis
Body style 4-door sedan
Layout Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Platform GM Epsilon II platform
Related Chevrolet Impala
Buick LaCrosse
Cadillac XTS
Chevrolet Malibu
Opel Insignia/Buick Regal
Powertrain
Engine 1.6L turbocharged I4
2.0L turbocharged I4
2.8L turbocharged V6
2.0L turbodiesel I4
Transmission 6-speed automatic
6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,837 mm (111.7 in)
Length 5,008 mm (197.2 in)[15]
Width 1,868 mm (73.5 in)[15]
Height 1,466 mm (57.7 in)[16]
2010 Saab 9-5 sedan
Saab 9-5 SportCombi

A next generation 9-5 built on the Global Epsilon platform was presented at the Frankfurt International Auto Show in September 2009. The vehicle had its North American debut in October 2009 at the South Florida Auto Show in Miami.[17] On November 24, 2009, the first pre-series Saab 9-5 of the new generation rolled off the Trollhättan production line.

With the announcement of the sale of Saab to Spyker on January 26, 2010, it was confirmed that the new generation Saab 9-5 was already taken into production at the Saab plant in Trollhättan. Full production began in April 2010, with the cars appearing in dealerships on June 19.[18] Saab introduced a wagon variant of the new 9-5, dubbed "SportCombi," at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.[19] The Saab 9-5 Sedan 2.8V6 Turbo has been named Car of the Year in Singapore by Wheels Asia.[20]

As Saab's business issues came to a head, production of 2011 9-5 models essentially ended in March 2011, when the production line in Trollhättan was stopped due to supply chain issues that were related to Saab's liquidity.[21] Total production numbers of the Gen II Saab 9-5 ended at 11280

Although a number of prototype and production pilot SportCombis were produced, the variant did not enter serial production prior to Saab's bankruptcy in December 2011. There are 27 known surviving production SportCombi vehicles, 22 of which were sold at auction between December 2012 and June 2013.

Trim levels

Trim/equipment levels vary from country to country.

In the US Saab 9-5 trim levels are as follows: Turbo4, Turbo4 Premium, Turbo6 XWD and Aero. Turbo4 models come with a turbocharged four-cylinder and are well-equipped with features that include power adjustable driver and passenger’s seats, leather upholstery, five-spoke alloy wheels, fog lamps and rain-sensing wipers. The Turbo4 Premium adds a panoramic sunroof, headlamp washers, Saab parking assistance, keyless entry and start, memory seats and 18-inch alloy wheels, while the Turbo6 XWD is powered by a turbocharged six-cylinder engine and features an all-wheel-drive system. The top end Aero features 15-spoke “Rotor” 18-inch alloy wheels, leather-trimmed sports seats, a multi-color central information display, Bi-Xenon SmartBeam headlamps, dark titanium-effect interior trim, aluminum sports pedals, a sports-tuned suspension system with real-time damping and unique Aero exterior elements.[22]

UK equipment levels for the 2012 model year include the Vector SE and Aero and both sedan and estate are available. The previous base models, Linear and Vector were replaced by the Vector SE model.[23]

Whilst in other parts of the world more trim levels were available, in Australia the base trim (Linear) was not part of the line up — only the Vector and Aero trims were available.

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Engines

In North America, the engine choices were either a turbocharged V6 or an Ecotec I4. Other countries, however, had a turbodiesel I4 engine. Engine performance upgrades that were available from Hirsch Performance (Saab's only factory approved tuner) increased the power of the V6 engine to 330 BHP from 296 BHP and the I4 engine to 260 BHP from 220 BHP.

Petrol engine
Model Engine Displacement Power Torque 0–100 km/h,s Top speed (FWD) Note CO2 emission (g/km) Fuel Consumption (Manual) Years
Ecotec 1.6T I41598 cc180 hp (134 kW; 182 PS) @5500 rpm230 N·m (170 lb·ft) @2200 rpm9.5 220 km/h (140 mph) 1797.8 l/100 km (36 mpg-imp) 2011-2012
Ecotec 2.0TI41998 cc220 hp (164 kW; 223 PS) @5300 rpm350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @2500 rpm7.9 240 km/h (150 mph) 1898.2 l/100 km (34 mpg-imp)2010–2012
2.8TV6 2792 cc296 hp (221 kW; 300 PS) @5500 rpm400 N·m (295 lb·ft) @2000 rpm6.9 250 km/h (160 mph)2448.8 l/100 km (32 mpg-imp)2010–2012
BioPower engine (E85)
Model Engine Displacement Power Torque 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Note CO2 emission (g/km) Fuel Consumption (Manual) Years
2.0T BioPowerI41998 cc220 hp (164 kW; 223 PS) @5300 rpm350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @2500 rpm7.9 240 km/h (150 mph)18911.1 l/100 km (25 mpg-imp)2011- 2012
Diesel engine
Model Engine Displacement Power Torque 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Note CO2 emission (g/km) Fuel Consumption (Manual) Years
2.0TiDI41956 cc160 hp (119 kW; 162 PS) @4000 rpm350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @1750 rpm10.1 215 km/h (134 mph)1395.3 l/100 km (53 mpg-imp)2010–2012
2.0TTiDI41956 cc190 hp (142 kW; 193 PS) @4000 rpm400 N·m (295 lb·ft) @1750 rpm8.8 230 km/h (140 mph)1596.0 l/100 km (47 mpg-imp)2011-2012

Transmissions and layout

Petrol engine Layout
Model YearsStandardOptionalfront-wheel drive four-wheel drive
1.6T 2011–20126-speed manual-Green tickRed X
2.0T 2010–20126-speed manual6-speed automaticGreen tickGreen tick
2.8T 2010–20126-speed automatic-Red XGreen tick
BioPower engine Layout
Model YearsStandardOptionalfront-wheel drive four-wheel drive
2.0T 2010–20126-speed manual6-speed automaticGreen tickGreen tick
Diesel engine Layout
Model YearsStandardOptionalfront-wheel drive four-wheel drive
2.0TiD 2010–20126-speed manual6-speed automaticGreen tickRed X
2.0TTiD 2010–20126-speed manual-Green tickGreen tick

Safety

Euro NCAP test results
Saab 9-5 (2009)[25]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 34 94%
Child occupant: 39 80%
Pedestrian: 16 44%
Safety assist: 6 86%

Reviews

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