2006 Saab 9-5: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Saab gives its flagship 9-5 line freshened styling and a revised instrument panel for 2006. The 9-5 is available as a 4-dr sedan and a 4-dr wagon Saab calls the SportCombi. Linear, Arc, and Aero trim levels are replaced for '06 by models tagged 2.3T and 2.3T Sport, which are available in both body styles. All 9-5s have a 260-hp turbocharged 4-cyl engine, up 10 hp from 2005. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard. A 5-speed automatic with steering wheel buttons for manual operation is optional. Also standard: ABS, traction/antiskid control, and front side airbags. Curtain side airbags are unavailable. Leather upholstery and heated front and rear seats are standard. The 2.3T Sport models have a sport suspension and special trim.

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