Pro's & Con's of These Two Saab 9-5 Generations 02-05 vs 06-09

In today's video, I review the pro's and con's of these two saab 9-5's! A compare and contrast between the 2002-2005 vs the 2006-2009 model years! I hope you enjoy. Please like, share, and subscribe!

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[melissaleonhardt]

Love my 2002 Aero, won't trade it for any other!

[DTUFINOPhotography]

I had a 2002 9-5 lanier and i absolutely loved that thing until the power steerping pump blew on me in the highway.... then, i listeryy drove 50 miles without power steering. lol i sold it after that!

[ggtontoyono]

I own a 2002 Aero with 313500km (around 190k miles) and I love it. It's not trouble free, but its also not a pain in the ass and I think its very reliable if you keep an eye on everything regularly. My friends were impressed by the level of equipment, engine and quality when I bought it 3 years ago

[MGV]

Also, the fuel door (or whatever you prefer to call it) is no more button operated on the 06-09 version. A small detail, but it still shows the whole cheap out policy of GM. There seems to be an explanation actually. I read somewhere that Saab were to release a completely new 9-5 which was to share a platform with the Alfa Romeo 159 (with certain differences, of course), but GM shut down the project (probably because our guys were losing a lot of money already) and only gave them peanuts to make yet another facelift which turned out to be the 06-09 we see here. As for the platform, the Italians still used it and some people think that the fact that it's developed by Saab is the main reason the 159 is such a solid car in terms of safety.

[pace]

Great vid, thanks! Just purchased an '04 Arc Wagon as my daughter's first car, and let's just say that dad needs to drive it for a few months before he hands over the keys. Love it!

[robinforrest]

Couldn’t agree more mate. Just bought a 2004 Aero estate in the UK for £1150. Think I got a bargain. It’s immaculate so this video is very reassuring. Thanks.

[bonnafansgarage]

On my 06 model, you can still access the fuel pump by pulling up on the rear seats just like in the old models

[colbymck]

Wish you could have compared a ‘99-‘01 generation as well! Glass headlight lenses, headlight wipers, umbrella holders in the B pillars, and I’m probably missing more things that GM slowly deleted. Thank you for summing up so well why I never liked the ‘06+ model years!

[carstart]

Awesome comparison! I have an 04 Aero and love how the car feels and drives.

[rqsiii]

Hey Kyle. I had a 2005 9-5 Arc that flooded out in a vicious rain storm 2 years ago. Ended up buying a used Camry . Strongly considering selling the Camry locally and buying another used Saab, preferably 2005 or a few years older. Like my Saab mechanic said to me years ago…..Toyotas are reliable but they have no soul. If you have anything that matches please get in touch.

[davidgreen]

Outstanding comparison on both 9-5 I have the same exact 2005 aero would not give it up for anything 2004-2005 Aero ultimate Saab with unique bumper👊

[kallegitarr]

The Aero always have sport seats, in other models you normally had to add it, so probably the difference in seats you feel is caused by the fact you' re compare the comfort seats with the sport seats, I personally think the sport seats is better. As I also own those two generations (Aero '05 and Aero '07) I can agree on many things, even if I like the steering wheel in the old model better, also she meters. I also think the new rear light clusters are plain ugly, looks much better on the older model. In general I think the '05 Aero is the best version of 9-5 that was ever made.

..So why do I have a '07 too ? ..Well.. my '05 have a lot of miles on it and I found the '07 for a really good price.

[harmonicres]

Ive owned a 99, 05 and now and 03. Loved my 4 Speed Auto 99(never had a sludge issue btw) glass headlights and very reliable sold with over 200K to a VW guy!. The 03 is faster w a 5spd and still a damn good car. The factory stereo still sounds great and works after 19 years.

[risingsun]

Good I have got the older generation saab 95.... and it a pleased to own one.... especially with the shark front bumper.... I am glad you have shown the saab community... the difference In these models... and a good video guideline... for the growing saab fan base...

[Texmotodad]

We have an '08 9-5 Aero with 99k mi which I throughly enjoy. (My bride of 34 years says it looks like a Buick; but does like the comfort and acceleration.) At the beginning I just knew you would pick the Edna. A little surprised for your pick but you are correct about the materials and servicing. (Also add the later years lack of auto trans dipstick & when you open the bonnet, to pull up on the lever instead of the chrome lest you pull the chrome piece off. ) Thanks to you I'll bet the price of the ones up to '05 just shot up! Keep the videos coming!!!

[jeffshadow]

When I was searching for my first SAAB I decided I wanted only the 2006 and newer 9 5. It took several weeks until I found the one I did buy: 2006 9 5 2.3T from Hawaii with only 46, 000 miles. I bought it for $650. Slight engine overheating so I had it repaired at a dedicated SAAB service center in Irvine, California. After two years, the oil cooler lines were leaking while I was driving home. You would think a newer engine replacement would include new cooler lines. The SAAB is still stored in my garage, so the plastic interior is not degrading at all. When is Kyle coming to SoCal for some repair assistance and a new video?

[gimenofm]

I think the rear lights cluster on the 2006-on looks a lot sexier than the previous 95 which is just a horrid square. About the quality of the materials I have to agree, however, and owning a 9000 too, I find the 2004 version dated, so to me the face lift is kind of refreshing. An important point is emissions tho, and this is ultimately why I've kept the 2006 one in the end, although they have almost the same powertrain, the 2006 has a higher rated environmental sticker in many countries, meaning it pays less tax and is allowed in big cities where the 2004 isn't.

[Bowwow]

Great comparison!! Glad to have a 2003 model.

[pbutter]

Even though this is two years old, it's still a great video! I always thought the NG was better looking and more desirable. You've changed my opinion! I have had some challenges to put it mildly with my 2002 95. Still, I can see now that it is the better car. The reduction in material quality is a common in GM cars. I worked a long time ago in the car business. The original version of a car would have better quality materials, but they would come with technical issues. A few years would go by, and the technical/mechanical issues would get corrected. Then they would do a facelift and use cheaper plastic parts just to squeeze an extra few cents from each unit sold! Those parts would not last as long or wear as well. Kyle, have you had an issue with your transmission banging into gear?

[ralphradyk]

Start with 99 9-5. Had 03 9-5 now I have 06 9-5 and it stays forever with me. Very good side by side comparison, same thoughts