Saab 9-5 second generation
The Saab 9-5 second generation (2010–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 29 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Model codes: GM Epsilon II
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,010 mm RDW | 5,010 mm TC | 5,008 mm |
| Width | 1,870 mm RDW | 1,860 mm TC | 1,868 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm RDW | 1,470 mm TC | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,840 mm RDW | 2,840 mm TC | 2,837 mm |
| Front track | 1,577–1,585 mm ASTRA | 1,580 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,579–1,587 mm ASTRA | 1,560 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,595–1,845 kg RDW | 1,830–2,005 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,695–1,945 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,180–2,440 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,600–2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 510 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,803 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 210–250 km/h RDW | – | 220 km/h |
| Torque | 230–400 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/50R17, 225/55R17, 245/40R19, 245/45R18, 235/45R18, 245/40R18, 245/35R20, 225/45R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 80.2% (77.2–82.9) | 77.9% | 742 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 32.2% | 31.2% |
| Suspension | 25.7% | 27.3% |
| Brakes | 22.2% | 27.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 20.9% | 17.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.8% | 7.6% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 8.5% | 8.4% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
9 complaints for model years 2011–2011.
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 29 versions of the Saab 9-5 second generation
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European Union 18 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2013 | 2.0 L | 118 kW (160 PS) | Diesel | 154–162 g/km | 3,356 |
| 2011–2013 | 2.0 L | 140 kW (190 PS) | Diesel | 164–167 g/km | 624 |
| 2010–2013 | – | – | Petrol | 203–224 g/km | 188 |
| 2011–2012 | 2.0 L | 162 kW (220 PS) | Petrol | 210–213 g/km | 995 |
| 2011–2012 | 2.0 L | 162 kW (220 PS) | Flex fuel (E85) | 203–206 g/km | 822 |
| 2011–2012 | 1.6 L | 132 kW (179 PS) | Petrol | 179 g/km | 167 |
| 2011–2012 | 2.8 L | 221 kW (300 PS) | Petrol | 244 g/km | 372 |
| 2011 | – | – | Diesel | 172 g/km | 14 |
| 2010–2011 | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 226–229 g/km | 940 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Diesel | 161 g/km | 3,236 |
| 2010 | 2.3 L | – | Petrol | 231 g/km | 1,564 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 208 g/km | 1,304 |
| 2010 | 1.9 L | – | Diesel | 191 g/km | 734 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | – | Flex fuel (E85) | 206 g/km | 710 |
| 2010 | 2.8 L | – | Petrol | 244 g/km | 578 |
| 2010 | 1.6 L | – | Petrol | 179 g/km | 100 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 217 g/km | 20 |
| 2010 | 2.3 L | – | Flex fuel (E85) | 234 g/km | 12 |
United Kingdom 8 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20101.9TiD (150ps) | 1.9 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.4–6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 174–184 g/km |
| 20101.9TiD (150ps) | 1.9 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 7.4–7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 199–204 g/km |
| 20102.0T (150ps) | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.6–9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 204–214 g/km |
| 20102.0T (150ps) | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 10.3–10.6 L/100 km NEDC | 244–251 g/km |
| 20102.0T BioPower (180ps) | 2.0 L | 132 kW (180 PS) | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed manual | 8.6–9.0 L/100 km NEDC | 204–214 g/km |
| 20102.0T BioPower (180ps) | 2.0 L | 132 kW (180 PS) | Flex fuel (E85) | 5-speed automatic | 10.3–10.6 L/100 km NEDC | 244–251 g/km |
| 20102.3T (260ps) | 2.3 L | 191 kW (260 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.9 L/100 km NEDC | 213–214 g/km |
| 20102.3T (260ps) | 2.3 L | 191 kW (260 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 10.2 L/100 km NEDC | 244 g/km |
United States 3 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012SIDI; FFV | 2.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2011–2012SIDI; FFV | 2.0 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 2010–2012 | 2.8 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.