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Saab 9-5 Generation

Years2001–2005
BodySedan
Variants43

The Saab 9-5 Generation is a sedan, produced 2001–2005. This generation includes 43 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 120 to 250 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds. All variants in this generation use FRONT WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Saab 9-5 2001 front view

Saab 9-5 Generation43 variants

Top max speed in this generationBest consumption in this generationLongest electric range in this generationLowest CO₂ emissions in this generation
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Power
0–100
Cons.
CO₂
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Aero
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
250hp / 184 kW
8.2s
9.8l/100km
232g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Aero
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
250hp / 184 kW
6.9s
8.8l/100km
209g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Vector
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
220hp / 162 kW
8.7s
10.3l/100km
247g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Vector
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
220hp / 162 kW
7.8s
9.6l/100km
229g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Arc
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
220hp / 162 kW
8.7s
10.3l/100km
247g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Arc
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
220hp / 162 kW
7.8s
9.6l/100km
229g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Linear
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
220hp / 162 kW
8.7s
10.3l/100km
247g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 Turbo Linear
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
220hp / 162 kW
7.8s
9.6l/100km
229g/km
Saab 9-5 3.0 V6 t Vector
2,962 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
200hp / 147 kW
8.9s
11.1l/100km
263g/km
Saab 9-5 3.0 V6 t Arc
2,962 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
200hp / 147 kW
8.9s
11.1l/100km
263g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Vector
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
9.5s
10.0l/100km
238g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Vector
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
8.3s
9.4l/100km
223g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Arc
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
9.5s
10.0l/100km
238g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Arc
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
8.3s
9.4l/100km
223g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Norden
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
9.5s
10.0l/100km
238g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Norden
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
8.3s
9.4l/100km
223g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Linear Business
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
9.5s
10.0l/100km
238g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Linear Business
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
8.3s
9.4l/100km
223g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Linear
2,290 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
9.5s
10.0l/100km
238g/km
Saab 9-5 2.3 t Linear
2,290 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
185hp / 136 kW
8.3s
9.4l/100km
223g/km
Saab 9-5 3.0 TiD Vector
2,962 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
176hp / 129 kW
9.3s
7.3l/100km
193g/km
Saab 9-5 3.0 TiD Arc
2,962 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
176hp / 129 kW
9.3s
7.3l/100km
193g/km
Saab 9-5 3.0 TiD Linear
2,962 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
176hp / 129 kW
9.3s
7.3l/100km
193g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Vector
1,985 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.3l/100km
244g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Vector
1,985 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
9.8s
9.2l/100km
218g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Arc
1,985 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.3l/100km
244g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Arc
1,985 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
9.8s
9.2l/100km
218g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Norden
1,985 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.3l/100km
244g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Norden
1,985 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.3l/100km
244g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Linear Business
1,985 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.3l/100km
244g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Linear Business
1,985 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.3l/100km
244g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Linear
1,985 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
11.6s
10.3l/100km
244g/km
Saab 9-5 2.0 t Linear
1,985 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
9.8s
9.2l/100km
218g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Vector
2,172 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
13.0s
7.4l/100km
197g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Vector
2,172 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
11.0s
6.6l/100km
175g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Arc
2,172 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
13.0s
7.4l/100km
197g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Arc
2,172 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
11.0s
6.6l/100km
175g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Norden
2,172 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
13.0s
7.4l/100km
197g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Norden
2,172 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
11.0s
6.6l/100km
175g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Linear Business
2,172 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
13.0s
7.4l/100km
197g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Linear Business
2,172 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
11.0s
6.6l/100km
175g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Linear
2,172 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
13.0s
7.4l/100km
197g/km
Saab 9-5 2.2 TiD Linear
2,172 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
120hp / 88 kW
11.0s
6.6l/100km
175g/km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Saab 9-5 (2001-2005)?

The Saab 9-5 (2001-2005) is a sedan. All 43 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Saab 9-5 (2001-2005) have?

The Saab 9-5 (2001-2005) has 43 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Saab 9-5 (2001-2005) produced?

The Saab 9-5 (2001-2005) was produced 2001–2005. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Saab 9-5 (2001-2005)?

The Saab 9-5 (2001-2005) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.