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2009 Saab 9-7X
Date Published: 11/25/08

2009 Saab 9-7X
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MSRP:
$42,615 - 49,105

Invoice:
$39,632 - 45,668

Class:
Premium Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle
2009 Saab 9-7X
Expert Rating Summary
Category 4.2i Rating (See All
Ratings)
Premium Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 6 6.4
Fuel Economy 4 3.4
Ride Quality 6 5.6
Steering/Handling/Braking 5 5.6
Quietness 6 6.6
Controls 6 6
Details 6 7
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 7.4
Room/Comfort (rear) 6 6.1
Cargo Room 9 8.4
Value within Class 6 5.9
Total Score: 67 68.4
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2009 Saab 9-7X Review
The 2009 Saab 9-7X is largely unchanged for what will be its final model year. This premium midsize SUV uses traditional truck-type construction and shares its basic design with the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy. 9-7X differs from the Chevy and GMC with specific suspension tuning, steering, brakes, and dashboard design. It seats five and has all-wheel drive. Three models are available. The 4.2i has a 285-hp 4.2-liter 6-cylinder engine. The 5.3i has a 300-hp 5.3-liter V8. The top-line Aero has a 390-hp 6.0-liter V8. All use a 4-speed automatic transmission. Maximum towing capacity is 6500 lb. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and curtain side airbags. Aeros have sport suspension, specific exterior trim, and 20-inch wheels. Newly available on all 9-7X models is a wireless cell phone link.
Competition
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Midsize SUVs are similar in size and construction to Midsize SUVs. Most, in fact, are gilded versions of Midsize SUVs; though a few are exclusive upscale designs.

Our Best Buys include the Acura MDX, Buick Enclave, and Lexus RX. Our Recommended pick is the Mercedes-Benz M-Class.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Audi Q5 and Infiniti FX. The Chrysler Aspen adds a gas/electric hybrid model, and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class and R-Class add a new diesel powerplant, as does the Volkswagen Touareg 2.
News
The addition of the high-performance 9-7X Aero breathes a little bit of life into this SUV's lineup. With demand still very strong for the similarly powered Chevy TrailBlazer SS, we wouldn't be surprised if the 9-7X Aero got a few spillover sales from folks who don't want to be put on waiting lists for the Chevy. These Saabs will likely soldier on until the TrailBlazer platform is replaced or discontinued all together.

Meantime, reports indicate Saab will add a smaller crossover, likely to be called 9-4X, sharing GM's Theta architecture with the Saturn Vue. Engines are said to comprise 2.8- and 3.5-liter V6s, again taken from GM's broad shelf. Like the larger Lambda model, Saab's Theta wagon would be produced in North America, but would seat five, not seven passengers.
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