2009 Saab 9-5
US · Midsize Cars
The 2009 Saab 9-5 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged | |
| Displacement | 2.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 16, 2026.
16V063000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator on Saab 9-3 and 9-5 vehicles and will replace the driver's frontal airbag module on Saturn Astra vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March…
Reported February 3, 2016. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 15, 2026
Data verified: October 16, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2008 Saab 9-5
Gasoline
2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) - 2010 Saab 9-5
Gasoline
2.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged · AWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2009 Saab 9-5 have?
2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Saab 9-5?
Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2009 Saab 9-5 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2009 Saab 9-5?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 16, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.