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Saab 9-2X

Saab 9-2X
Photo: Cutlass / Wikimedia Commons · CC0

The official data lists 14 versions of the Saab 9-2X (2005–2006), in the United States and Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
2005–2006
Markets
United States, Canada
Engines
2.0 L to 2.5 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
10.2 L/100 km (EPA)
Lowest consumption (Canada)
10.4 L/100 km (5-cycle)

What is the Saab 9-2X?

The Saab 9-2X is a compact wagon with all-wheel drive, sold in the United States and Canada for the 2005 and 2006 model years. It brings Saab’s take on a practical wagon to a car based on the second-generation Subaru Impreza. Its shared roots earned it the informal nickname “Saabaru.”

Generations and engines

The 9-2X had one generation, spanning 2005–2006. Its petrol engines ranged from 2.0 to 2.5 litres. The wagon body provides everyday cargo space, while all-wheel drive is standard across the model range.

How economical is the Saab 9-2X?

In the United States, the best combined EPA rating is 23 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption is 10.2 L/100 km. In Canada, the lowest listed figure is 10.4 L/100 km on the 5-cycle test. The EPA and Canadian 5-cycle procedures differ, so their results are not directly interchangeable.

Where was the Saab 9-2X sold?

The 9-2X was sold in the United States and Canada for the 2005–2006 model years. It was a North American model in Saab’s range.

Questions and answers

What years was the Saab 9-2X sold?

It was sold for the 2005 and 2006 model years.

What engines did the Saab 9-2X have?

Its petrol engine range ran from 2.0 to 2.5 litres.

Was the Saab 9-2X all-wheel drive?

Yes. All-wheel drive was part of the 9-2X package.

What is the Saab 9-2X’s official fuel economy?

The best US EPA combined rating is 23 MPG; the lowest listed consumption is 10.2 L/100 km in the United States and 10.4 L/100 km in Canada’s 5-cycle test.

9-2X first generation (2005–2006)

Saab 9-2X first generation
Photo: Cutlass / Wikimedia Commons · CC0

Model codes: GG · Sold in: United States and Canada · References: en.wikipedia.org, esaabparts.com

United States 8 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2006CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
20062.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
20062.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2005E2.0LAA, CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2005E2.0LMA2.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2005E2.5CAB, CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2005E2.5CMB2.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km

Canada 6 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle251 g/km
2006Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle246 g/km
2005Station wagon: Small2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle285 g/km
2005Station wagon: Small2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle274 g/km
2005Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle239 g/km
2005Station wagon: Small2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle242 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.