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2010-2012 Saab 9-5 MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 20–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2012. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2010-2012 Saab 9-5 at a glance
The 2010-2012 Saab 9-5 covers 3 model years in the EPA database (7 configurations in all), rated 20–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2012, costs about $2,680 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (24 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2011 and 2012. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2011 and 2012.
2010-2012 Saab 9-5 by model year
What the 2012 Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$223
$2,680 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.47
Per 100 miles
$17.87
Five years
$13,400
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$350less a year
Class median $3,030 a year, MY2012
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Saab 9-5 MPG
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,680.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 32 | 24 | $2,680 |
| Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Sedan 2.8L 6-cyl turbo | 2.8L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,250 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2011 Saab 9-5 MPG
20–24 MPG · $2,680–$3,250/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 24 MPG, up 4. Its annual cost goes from $4,020 to $2,680, $1,340 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 32 | 24 | $2,680 |
| Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,070 |
| Sedan 2.8L 6-cyl turbo | 2.8L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 27 | 20 | $3,250 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2010 Saab 9-5 MPG
20 MPG · $4,020/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Most efficient) | 2.8L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 27 | 20 | $4,020 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,650 in California and $2,340 in Texas, a $1,310 difference.
- California $3,650
- Washington $3,380
- New York $2,680
- Florida $2,530
- Texas $2,340
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2012 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2009 (YS3E)
- 2010-2012 (YS3G)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2010-2012 Saab 9-5 get?
EPA rates the 2010-2012 Saab 9-5 at 20–24 MPG combined across 7 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2012 Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 24 MPG (20 city, 32 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2010-2012 Saab 9-5?
The Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2011 and 2012. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2010.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2010-2012 Saab 9-5?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2011 and 2012.
How does the 2010-2012 Saab 9-5 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2009 Saab 9-5) is rated 19–22 MPG combined and costs $2,970–$4,230 a year to fuel; the 2010-2012 model is rated 20–24 MPG and costs $2,680–$4,020 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Saab 9-5 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,680 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,680–$3,250 a year. That is a $570 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2012 Saab 9-5 100 miles?
About $17.87 per 100 miles for the Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $17.87 and $21.67 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2012 Saab 9-5 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 20 city and 32 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 12 MPG.
How does the 2012 Saab 9-5 compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Sedan 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,680 a year to fuel, $350 less than the class median of $3,030, and less than 7 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 148 rated midsize car configurations for MY2012, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2012 Saab 9-5 different from the 2011 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,680. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2012 against 3 configurations for 2011. See the 2011 Saab 9-5 for that year.