Saab 9-5 Saloon 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good bargain. Lots of spec.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lot of car for not much more than a Mondeo.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Sloppy understear. Soft suspension.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Auto Sport option ok. Seems too heavy for 2.0T.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    I seem to be unlucky. See below.

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    3 out of 5 3.0

    It's a Saab. Not a Porsche, but beats a Vectra.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent. Good headroom for tall drivers.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not tested.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not fixed suspension after 2 visits.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Alternator problems and cam pulley.

    Other

    Rear suspension noisy. Not yet fixed. Been in 2 times so far.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes