Base Price: $39,650

2009 Saab 9-5 SportCombi Wagon





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Basic Specs

Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs)
3730
Curb Weight (lbs)
3620
City (MPG)
17 (2008)
City (MPG)
18 (2008)
Hwy (MPG)
26 (2008)
Hwy (MPG)
28 (2008)
Horsepower
260 @ 5300
Torque (lb-ft)
258 @ 1900-4000
Wheelbase (in.)
106.4
Length (in.)
190.6
Width (in.)
70.5
Height (in.)
57.7
The 9-5 SportCombi was Saab's first station wagon in over 20 years when it was first introduced for 1999. The same basic car continues for 2008, likely its last year before a full redesign. Regular updates along the way in 2002 and 2006 can't hide the fact that the 9-5 is a little dated. Still, it's one of few wagons that seems to succeed with North American buyers and it offers an impressively roomy cargo area.

The 9-5 SportCombi - Saab's recent marketing term for 'station wagon - is essentially the same vehicle as the sedan, albeit with a cargo hold grafted onto the rear. It features a unique track tie-down system in the expansive cargo area and the rear seats fold completely flat for additional storage.

Available with both manual and automatic five-speed transmissions, the 9-5 SportCombi features a 260-horsepower, 258 lb-ft. of torque 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The engine, a Saab-in house design dating back to before General Motors' purchase of the automaker, features an impressively broad torque curve and has received high marks for its long-term durability.

Two models are offered, the base 2.3T and the Aero. The 2.3T comes standard with leather upholstery, power and heated front seats, heated rear seats, a moonroof, a harman/kardon audio system with an in-dash 6-CD changer, 17 inch alloy wheels and stability control.

For 2008, automatic windshield wipers and GM's OnStar telematics system are standard.

The only option package available is the Visibility Package, which adds a rear-obstacle detection system, automatic dimming exterior mirros and bi-Xenon headlamps. Other options include a DVD-based navigation system and ventilated seats (offered on the 9-5 before any other production vehicle). A new option for 2008 is full premium leather, which covers every surface of the seats. This package is not available with ventilated seats.

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