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Saab 9-5 Estate (1999-2005) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £20,340 - £31,340
Used prices £366 - £2,095
Road tax cost £335 - £415
Insurance group 32 - 43
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 370 - 660 miles
Number of doors 5
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Space, comfort, equipment

CONS

Depreciation

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

This roomy estate is a very credible alternative to German contenders in the executive market. Styled like a true Saab (even though it shares many components with the rather less idiosyncratic Vauxhall Vectra), the 9-5 is a beautifully engineered and constructed vehicle which also has a touch of individuality. The new estate – launched in 1999 – is Saab’s first since the 95 of 1960-76.

A car that puts panache into practicality.