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Shown: 2000 Saab 9-5 2.3T (YS3E). Photo: Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  • Newest year: 2009
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2000-2009 Saab 9-5 MPG & Fuel Cost

10 model years · 19–22 MPG combined

21 MPG
Combined
18 MPG
City
27 MPG
Highway
Annual fuel cost · Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD
$3,110

15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2009. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.

Next generation: 2010-2012

2000-2009 Saab 9-5 at a glance

The 2000-2009 Saab 9-5 covers 10 model years in the EPA database (69 configurations in all), rated 19–22 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2009, costs about $3,110 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD (21 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. The best combined rating in the generation, 22 MPG, was reached in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2006.

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

2000-2009 Saab 9-5 by model year

2000-2009 Saab 9-5: EPA combined rating and yearly fuel cost for each model year
Model yearPowertrainsCombined$/yrEPA ratings
2009 Gas 20–21 MPG $3,110–$3,270 Ratings changed
2008 Gas 20–21 MPG $3,830–$4,020 Ratings changed
2007 Gas 20–21 MPG $3,830–$4,020 Ratings changed
2006 Gas 20–22 MPG $3,650–$4,020 Ratings changed
2005 Gas 20–21 MPG $3,830–$4,020 Ratings changed
2004 Gas 20–22 MPG $2,970–$4,020 Ratings changed
2003 Gas 19–22 MPG $2,970–$4,230 Ratings changed
2002 Gas 19–22 MPG $2,970–$4,230 Ratings changed
2001 Gas 19–22 MPG $2,970–$4,230 Ratings changed
2000 Gas 19–21 MPG $3,110–$4,230 First year

What the 2009 Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive

Per month

$259

$3,110 a year ÷ 12

Per 25 miles

$5.18

Per 100 miles

$20.73

Five years

$15,550

5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level

vs the midsize car median

$160less a year

Class median $3,270 a year, MY2009

Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2009 Saab 9-5 MPG

Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,830 to $3,110, $720 less.

Gas · 2.3L
Combined
20–21 MPG
Per year
$3,110–$3,270

Gas configurations (4)

2009 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,110
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,110
Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 27 20 $3,270
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 27 20 $3,270

2008 Saab 9-5 MPG

20–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,020/yr

Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,830.

Gas · 2.3L
Combined
20–21 MPG
Per year
$3,830–$4,020

Gas configurations (4)

2008 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 28 21 $3,830
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 28 21 $3,830
Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 26 20 $4,020
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 26 20 $4,020

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2007 Saab 9-5 MPG

20–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,020/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 21 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,650 to $3,830, $180 more.

Gas · 2.3L
Combined
20–21 MPG
Per year
$3,830–$4,020

Gas configurations (4)

2007 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 28 21 $3,830
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 28 21 $3,830
Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 27 20 $4,020
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 27 20 $4,020

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2006 Saab 9-5 MPG

20–22 MPG · $3,650–$4,020/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 22 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,830 to $3,650, $180 less.

Gas · 2.3L
Combined
20–22 MPG
Per year
$3,650–$4,020

Gas configurations (4)

2006 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 22 $3,650
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 22 $3,650
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 16 26 20 $4,020
SportCombi 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 16 26 20 $4,020

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2005 Saab 9-5 MPG

20–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,020/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 21 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,970 to $3,830, $860 more.

Gas · 2.3L
Combined
20–21 MPG
Per year
$3,830–$4,020

Gas configurations (4)

2005 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 28 21 $3,830
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 28 21 $3,830
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 26 20 $4,020
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 26 20 $4,020

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2004 Saab 9-5 MPG

20–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,020/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.

Gas · 2.3L
Combined
20–22 MPG
Per year
$2,970–$4,020

Gas configurations (9)

2004 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 22 $2,970
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,110
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 26 21 $3,110
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,830
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 26 21 $3,830
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 26 20 $3,270
Show 0 more configurations
2004 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+3)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5)2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172620$3,270
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5)2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172520$4,020
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S5)2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172620$4,020

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2003 Saab 9-5 MPG

19–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,230/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.

Gas · 2.3L, 3.0L
Combined
19–22 MPG
Per year
$2,970–$4,230

Gas configurations (10)

2003 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 28 22 $2,970
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 28 22 $2,970
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 28 22 $3,650
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 27 22 $3,650
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 27 21 $3,110
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,830
Show 0 more configurations
2003 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+4)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172620$3,270
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172620$4,020
9-5 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD162419$4,230
Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD162419$4,230

6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2002 Saab 9-5 MPG

19–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,230/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.

Gas · 2.3L, 3.0L
Combined
19–22 MPG
Per year
$2,970–$4,230

Gas configurations (10)

2002 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 28 22 $2,970
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 27 22 $2,970
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 28 22 $3,650
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 28 22 $3,650
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 26 21 $3,110
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,830
Show 0 more configurations
2002 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+4)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172520$3,270
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 5-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172620$4,020
9-5 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD162419$4,230
Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD162419$4,230

6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2001 Saab 9-5 MPG

19–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,230/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 22 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,110 to $2,970, $140 less.

Gas · 2.3L, 3.0L
Combined
19–22 MPG
Per year
$2,970–$4,230

Gas configurations (10)

2001 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 28 22 $2,970
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,110
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 26 21 $3,110
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 26 21 $3,830
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 24 20 $3,270
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 24 20 $4,020
Show 0 more configurations
2001 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+4)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172419$4,230
9-5 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD172419$4,230
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172319$4,230
Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD162419$4,230

6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2000 Saab 9-5 MPG

19–21 MPG · $3,110–$4,230/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Gas · 2.3L, 3.0L
Combined
19–21 MPG
Per year
$3,110–$4,230

Gas configurations (10)

2000 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 27 21 $3,110
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 26 21 $3,110
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 25 20 $3,270
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 18 25 20 $4,020
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 25 20 $4,020
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD 17 25 20 $4,020
Show 0 more configurations
2000 Saab 9-5 gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+4)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Wagon 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD172419$3,440
9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic 4-spd2.3L 4-cyl turboFWD162219$4,230
9-5 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD162419$4,230
Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl turbo3.0L 6-cyl turboFWD172319$4,230

6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

Fuel cost by state

Yearly cost of the Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $4,230 in California and $2,710 in Texas, a $1,520 difference.

Gasoline prices: California: California state average; Washington: Washington state average; New York: New York state average; Florida: Florida state average; Texas: Texas state average (Sep 2026).
Fuel cost in every state

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21 MPG · $3,830/yr
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2009 Audi A6

21 MPG · $3,830/yr
2012 Lincoln MKZ

2009 Lincoln MKZ

21 MPG · $3,110/yr
2010 Cadillac CTS AWD Premium Collection

2009 Cadillac CTS

21 MPG · $3,110/yr
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Generations

All Saab 9-5 years All Saab models

Frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2000-2009 Saab 9-5 get?

EPA rates the 2000-2009 Saab 9-5 at 19–22 MPG combined across 69 configurations and 10 model years. The most efficient version, the 2006 9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 22 MPG (18 city, 27 highway).

Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2009 Saab 9-5?

The 9-5 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 22 MPG, in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2006. The lowest top rating, 21 MPG, was in 2000, 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009.

Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2009 Saab 9-5?

Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Saab 9-5 per year?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,110 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,110–$3,270 a year. That is a $160 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.

How much does it cost to drive a 2009 Saab 9-5 100 miles?

About $20.73 per 100 miles for the Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.73 and $21.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.

Is the 2009 Saab 9-5 more efficient in the city or on the highway?

The Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 18 city and 27 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.

How does the 2009 Saab 9-5 compare with other midsize car configurations?

The Sedan 2.3L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,110 a year to fuel, $160 less than the class median of $3,270, and less than 6 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 130 rated midsize car configurations for MY2009, not weighted by sales.

Is the 2009 Saab 9-5 different from the 2008 model?

The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,830 to $3,110, $720 less. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2009 against 4 configurations for 2008. See the 2008 Saab 9-5 for that year.