Vital Statistics: 2003 Saab 9-5
By Jack Bregman
Introduction
The 2003 9-5 is manufactured in SWEDEN for Saab. It is Saab's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $34,335 USD in 2003.
9-5 Dimensions
The 2003 9-5 has standard length of 190.00 inches and a width of 70.50 inches. The 9-5 rides 57.00 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 6.70 inches. Front headroom is 38.70 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the 9-5 a radius of 37.10 inches. It uses 215/55R16 tires with a wheelbase of 106.40 inches.
Drivetrain
The 9-5 comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3470 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 9-5's generous 2.3L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO engine has been measured to get 20 - 22 miles/gallon city driving with a 18.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The 9-5 retails for $34,335 USD with a invoice price of $32,289 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Traction Control. Leading optional equipment includes First Aid Kit, CD Changer, Load Bearing Exterior Rack, Rear Spoiler, Splash Guards.
Exterior color choices include Black, Cosmic Blue, Graphite Green Metallic, Hazelnut, Laser Red, Merlot Red Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, Polar White, Silver Metallic, Steel Gray Metallic with interior choices of Charcoal Gray Leather Interior, Sand Beige Leather Interior. The 9-5 seats 5 people with 42.40 inches front leg room.
Saab Warranty
The regular warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 48 month/50,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is critical to contact the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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