2001 Saab 9-5
2001 Saab 9-5 Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$33,995 - $40,875
Original MSRP:
$31,955 - $38,218
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2001 Saab 9-5 Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 4 Years/50,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 01V168 |
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| Number of Units Affected | 38,241 |
| Summary | Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." The air bag alert labels may not be permanently affixed as required by this standard. |
| Remedy | Dealers will clean the sunvisor surface and apply a new air bag alert label on both sunvisors. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification will begin July 30, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Saab at 1-800-955-9007. |
| Dates of Manufacture | July 2000 - April 2001 |
| Models Involved | 9-3, 9-5 |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | 15200 |
2001 Saab 9-5 Models & Prices
2001 Saab 9-5 BASE
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn Man | $33,995 | $31,955 | $521 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Man w/Sunroof | $33,995 | $31,955 | $521 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Auto | $33,995 | $31,955 | $521 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Auto w/Sunroof | $33,995 | $31,995 | $522 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Man | $34,695 | $32,613 | $532 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Man w/Sunroof | $34,695 | $32,613 | $532 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Auto | $34,695 | $32,613 | $532 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Auto w/Sunroof | $34,695 | $32,613 | $532 / Month* | |
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2001 Saab 9-5 SE
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn SE Auto | $38,650 | $36,138 | $589 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn SE Auto w/Sunroof | $38,650 | $36,138 | $589 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn SE Auto | $39,350 | $36,792 | $600 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn SE Auto w/Sunroof | $39,350 | $36,792 | $600 / Month* | |
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2001 Saab 9-5 Aero
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn Aero Man | $40,175 | $37,564 | $612 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Aero Man w/Sunroof | $40,175 | $37,564 | $612 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Aero Auto | $40,175 | $37,564 | $612 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Aero Auto w/Sunroof | $40,175 | $37,564 | $612 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Aero Manual | $40,875 | $38,218 | $623 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Aero Manual w/Sunroof | $40,875 | $38,218 | $623 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Aero Auto | $40,875 | $38,218 | $623 / Month* | |
| 4dr Wgn Aero Auto w/Sunroof | $40,875 | $38,218 | $623 / Month* | |
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2001 Saab 9-5 Features and Standard Equipment
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City 18/hwy 26 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | ||
| City 19/hwy 25 (2.3L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | ||
| City 19/hwy 26 (2.3L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • | |
| City 19/hwy 26 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | ||
| City 20/hwy 27 (2.3L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | ||
| City 20/hwy 29 (2.3L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | ||
| City 21/hwy 28 (2.3L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | • | |
| City 21/hwy 30 (2.3L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-position memory feature for mirrors-inc: tilt-down passenger mirror | • | • | |
| 5 MPH impact resistant front/rear bumpers | • | • | • |
| Aero-specific exterior styling package | • | ||
| Aerodynamic headlamps w/flush lenses, halogen headlamp bulbs, courtesy delay | • | • | • |
| Daytime running lights | • | • | • |
| Electrically adjustable/heated rearview mirrors, RH split wide-angle | • | • | • |
| Electrically tilt/slide tinted glass sunroof w/interior sunshade | • | • | • |
| Front cornering lamps | • | • | • |
| Front/rear fog lamps (2000) | • | • | • |
| Headlamp wiper/washer system | • | • | • |
| Integrated roof rails (2000) | • | • | • |
| Protective body-side moldings | • | • | • |
| Side guidance reversing lights | • | • | • |
| Side-mounted direction indicator lights | • | • | • |
| Tinted heat-absorbent glass | • | • | • |
| Undercoating/anti-corrosion treatment | • | • | • |
| Variable intermittent windshield wiper/washer system | • | • | • |
| Windshield wiper/washer system w/interval wipe feature (2000) | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 cup holders in rear seat armrest | • | • | • |
| 3-position driver seat memory | • | • | |
| 40/60/100 fold-down rear seat w/center armrest & trunk pass-through | • | • | • |
| Anti-theft alarm system w/engine immobilizing | • | • | • |
| Auto dimming rearview mirror | • | • | |
| Automatic climate control system w/separate driver/passenger heating controls | • | • | • |
| CargoTracks load securing system | • | • | • |
| Classic leather upholstery | • | • | |
| Cup holder in dashboard fascia | • | • | • |
| Cup holder in front center console | • | • | • |
| Door instep illumination | • | • | • |
| Door storage compartments | • | • | • |
| Double, dividable sun visors w/dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors | • | • | • |
| Electronic speed control | • | • | • |
| Electrostatic/adsorptive charcoal cabin air filter | • | • | • |
| ETR AM/FM sound system w/cassette, compact disc player, 150-watt amplifier, 7-speakers, antenna amplifier (2000) | • | ||
| ETR AM/FM sound system w/cassette, compact disc player, 150-watt amplifier, 7-speakers, antenna amplifier, steering wheel radio controls | • | ||
| ETR AM/FM sound system w/cassette, compact disc player, Harman Kardon tuned audio system, 240-watt amplifier, 8 speakers, antenna amplifier | • | • | |
| ETR AM/FM sound system w/cassette, compact disc player, Harman Kardon tuned audio system, 240-watt amplifier, 9 speakers, antenna amplifier | • | • | |
| Front seatback storage compartments | • | • | • |
| Front/rear head restraints for all positions | • | • | • |
| Front/rear head restraints for outboard postions w/provision for rear center | • | • | • |
| Front/rear side window demisters | • | • | • |
| Height/telescopic-adjustable steering column | • | • | • |
| Instrumentation-inc analog speedometer, tachometer, fuel/temp guages, digital odometer/trip odometer, turbo guage | • | • | • |
| Instrumentation-inc analog speedometer, tachometer, fuel/temp guages, digital odometer/trip odometer, turbo guage (2000) | • | • | • |
| Interior courtesy light w/delay | • | • | • |
| Internal trunk close handle | • | • | • |
| Leather shift knob & handbrake | • | • | |
| Leather shift knob/gaiter, handbrake | • | ||
| Leather wrapped sport steering wheel | • | ||
| Leather wrapped steering wheel | • | • | |
| Luggage compartment light | • | • | • |
| Luggage tie-down loops & cargo net | • | • | • |
| Luxury cloth upholstery | • | ||
| Night panel dashboard feature | • | • | • |
| OnStar Telematics Communications System | • | • | • |
| Passenger assist handles for all outboard seating positions | • | • | • |
| Plush carpet floor mats | • | • | • |
| Prewiring for trunk-mounted 6-disc compact disc changer | • | • | • |
| Pwr adjustable front seats w/adjustable armrest | • | • | • |
| Pwr adjustable reclining front seats | • | • | • |
| Pwr windows | • | • | • |
| Rear side window demisters | • | • | • |
| Rear window defroster (2000) | • | • | • |
| Rear window-mounted dual antenna system | • | • | • |
| Refrigerated locking glove box w/illumination | • | • | • |
| Remote keyless entry w/central locking feature | • | • | • |
| Remote trunk/fuel filler door releases | • | • | • |
| Rigid cargo shelf | • | • | • |
| Saab car computer | • | • | • |
| Steering wheel radio controls | • | • | • |
| Textile floor mats | • | • | • |
| Tilt steering wheel | • | • | • |
| Walnut instrument panel | • | • | • |
| Warning lights-inc: open door/trunk, lamp failure, low fluids | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12-volt 70-amp/hr battery | • | • | • |
| 130-amp alternator | • | • | • |
| 16" x 6.5" 10-spoke light alloy wheels | • | ||
| 16" x 6.5" 5-spoke light alloy wheels | • | ||
| 17" x 7" 3-spoke light alloy wheels | • | ||
| 18.5 gallon fuel tank | • | • | • |
| 2.3L DOHC EFI 16-valve high output turbocharged I4 engine | • | ||
| 2.3L DOHC EFI 16-valve turbocharged I4 engine | • | ||
| 215/55VR16 all-season SBR tires | • | • | |
| 225/45R17 low-profile performance SBR tires | • | ||
| 3.0L DOHC EFI 24-valve turbocharged V6 engine | • | ||
| 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission w/3 shift programs | • | • | • |
| 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) | • | • | • |
| 5-speed manual transmission | • | • | |
| Electronic traction control system | • | • | • |
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • |
| Hydraulically actuated clutch | • | • | • |
| Independent front MacPherson strut suspension w/stabilizer bar, coil springs w/twin-pipe gas shock absorbers | • | • | • |
| Independent multi-link rear suspension w/coil springs, gas shock absorbers, inner/outer stabilizer bars | • | • | • |
| Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes (front ventilated) | • | • | • |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • | • |
| Sport-tuned suspension | • |
NOTE Features
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| **ALL STANDARDS ARE 2001 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED** | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-point safety belts at all seating positions | • | • | • |
| 5-MPH bumpers | • | • | • |
| Automatic front safety belt pretensioners | • | • | • |
| Child seat top tether anchors | • | • | • |
| Childproof rear door locks | • | • | • |
| Collapsible steering column | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger head/torso side-impact airbags | • | • | • |
| Front/rear seat "submarining" protection | • | • | • |
| Saab active head restraints (SAHR) for front seats | • | • | • |
| Semi-automatic front/rear outboard safety belt height adjusters | • | • | • |
| Side impact protection system | • | • | • |
2001 Saab 9-5 Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEATED FRONT/REAR SEATS | • | • | • |
| PREMIUM PKG -inc: leather seat trim w/memory driver seat, Harmon Kardon tuned audio system w/ETR AM/FM sound system w/cassette/compact disc/9-speakers & 200-watt amplifier *NET* | • |
NOTE Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ** ALL PASSENGER CARS SOLD IN 2001 FOR $38,000 AND ABOVE ARE SUBJECT TO A LUXURY TAX ** | • | • | • |
PAINT TYPE Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
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| MICA/METALLIC PAINT | • | • | • |
| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17" WHEEL/TIRE PKG -inc: 17" x 8" 1-piece multi-spoke alloy wheels & 225/45ZR17 performance tires (PIO) *NET* | • | • | |
| 17" WHEEL/TIRE PKG -inc: 17" x 8" 2-piece multi-spoke alloy wheels & 225/45ZR17 performance tires (PIO) *NET* | • |
REQUIRED STYLE OPTION Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PWR SUNROOF W/TILT/SLIDE TINTED GLASS | • | • | • |
REQUIRED VEHICLE CHARGES Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PREPARATION & HANDLING | • | • | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLASSIC LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: Premium Pkg) | • | ||
| CLASSIC LEATHER SEAT TRIM (STD) | • | • | |
| LUXURY PLUSH CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD) | • | ||
| PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: ventilated seats | • | • | |
| PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: ventilated seats (REQ: Premium Pkg) | • |
TRANSMISSION Options
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | • | • | • |
2001 Saab 9-5 Technical Specifications
Brakes
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System | Four-Wheel | Four-Wheel | Four-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.34 x .98 | 12.05 x .98 | 12.05 x .98 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.26 x .39 | 11.26 x .39 | 11.26 x .39 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) | 37.0 | 37.0 | 37.0 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Trunk Volume (ft) | 15.9 | 15.9 | 15.9 |
Engine
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3L/140 | 3.0L/180 | 2.3L/140 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas V6 | Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 185 @ 5500 | 200 @ 5000 | 230 @ 5500 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 207 @ 1800 | 229 @ 2500 | 258 @ 1900 |
Exterior Dimensions
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 57.0 | 57.0 | 57.0 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 189.2 | 189.2 | 189.2 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.4 | 106.4 | 106.4 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.5 | 70.5 | 70.5 |
Fuel Tank
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 18.5 | 18.5 | 18.5 |
Steering
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.9 | 2.9 | 2.9 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 35.4 | 35.4 | 35.4 |
Suspension
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs |
Tires
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P215/55VR16 | P215/55VR16 | P225/45ZR17 |
| Rear Tire Size | P215/55VR16 | P215/55VR16 | P225/45ZR17 |
Transmission
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD, | Automatic, | Manual w/OD, |
| Trans Type | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Vehicle
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 38.7 | 38.7 | 38.7 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.4 | 42.4 | 42.4 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 114.9 | 114.9 | 114.9 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.6 | 37.6 | 37.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 36.6 | 36.6 | 36.6 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 56.5 | 56.5 | 56.5 |
Weight Information
| BASE | SE | Aero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3470 | 3580 | 3470 |
2001 Saab 9-5 Safety Features
Safety Features
| 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system |
| Driver & front passenger head/torso side-impact airbags |
| Saab active head restraints (SAHR) for front seats |
| 3-point safety belts at all seating positions |
| Semi-automatic front/rear outboard safety belt height adjusters |
| Automatic front safety belt pretensioners |
| Child seat top tether anchors |
| Childproof rear door locks |
| Front/rear seat "submarining" protection |
| 5-MPH bumpers |
| Side impact protection system |
| Daytime running lights |
| Collapsible steering column |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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