2009 Saab 9-5

Heated/Ventilated Seats
Cool-climate drivers and passengers will appreciate that front and rear heated seats are included as standard equipment. Those living farther south might be more interested in the optional ventilated front seats.

Dynamic Workload Manager
In driving situations that might demand heightened concentration, the 9-5 will delay dashboard warning messages and intercept incoming telephone calls to prevent distraction.

A black-themed interior matches your choice of Black or Parchment leather seating with black carpet, black door panels and a black instrument panel. Though the 9-5's interior continues to see improvements, traditionalists can rest easy knowing the center console-mounted ignition key tumbler and three-dimensional grid air vents remain. Dark walnut trim gives way to metallic highlights in the Sport Package. A cooled glove box lets you pack lunch and a drink for the road. The 9-5 Sedan features a conspicuously generous trunk, while the SportCombi's cargo floor includes twin recessed aluminum rails that make it easy to secure loads. Most importantly, front and rear passengers are likely to find both the 9-5 Sedan and the SportCombi plenty roomy and comfortable.

The 9-5's three-year-old design continues into 2009 relatively unchanged. Gone, for the most part, is the automaker's familiar three-port grille in favor of a face that's more aggressive, yet less distinctive. Aero models ride a bit closer to the ground and feature aggressive new 17-inch five-spoke wheels.

The 9-5 is powered by a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine of 260 horsepower. Five-speed manual models benefit from a handy turbocharger overboost function that increases torque output to 273 pound-feet in bursts of up to 20 seconds, and helps accelerate the 9-5 from zero to 60 miles per hour in just 6.9 seconds, according to Saab. With the automatic transmission – which features Normal and Sport modes – the same run takes 7.3 seconds.

2.3-liter in-line 4 Turbocharged
260 horsepower @ 5300 rpm
258 lb.-ft. of torque @ 1900-4000 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/28 (manual), 17/26 (automatic)