Saab 9-5 Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2011): How Much Power Does A 9-5 Have?

The Saab 9-5, produced from 1997 to 2012, was a flagship executive car that showcased Saab's engineering prowess and marked a significant evolution from the Saab 9000.

Performance highlights include a range of turbocharged engines, starting with a 2.3L inline-4 producing 185 horsepower in 2005 and culminating in a 2.8L V6 turbocharged engine delivering 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque in 2011.

The 9-5 offered both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations, with transmission options ranging from 5-speed manuals to 6-speed Sentronic automatics.

The second-generation 9-5, launched in 2010, was the first model introduced under Spyker Cars' ownership, though it retained General Motors-developed components.

Scroll down to see detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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Second Generation: 2010-2012

2011 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 features a horsepower range from 220 hp with a 2.0L spark ignition direct injection engine to 300 hp with a 2.8L DOHC SFI HD engine.

Torque output varies from 258 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 295 lb-ft with the 2.8L engine, both utilizing an all-wheel drive configuration and a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2010 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.8L DOHC SFI HD engine, producing a consistent 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

This vehicle features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission with Sentronic functionality.

First Generation: 1997-2010

2010 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.8L DOHC SFI HD engine, producing a consistent 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

This vehicle features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission with Sentronic functionality.

2009 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.3L DOHC MPFI engine, producing a consistent output of 260 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes an automatic transmission with Sentronic functionality.

2008 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The 2008 Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.3L DOHC MPFI engine, producing a consistent output of 260 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a 5-speed Sentronic automatic transmission with manual shift mode.

2007 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The 2007 Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.3L 4-cylinder engine, producing a consistent output of 260 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2006 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The 2006 Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.3L 4-cylinder engine producing 260 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2005 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.3L engine, producing a horsepower range from 185 hp to 250 hp, depending on the configuration. Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft to 258 lb-ft, corresponding to the same engine specifications.

Both configurations utilize a front-wheel-drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission.

2004 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 is equipped with a 2.3L engine, producing a horsepower range from 185 hp to 250 hp, depending on the configuration. Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft to 258 lb-ft, corresponding to the same engine specifications.

It features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2003 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 offers a horsepower range from 185 hp with the 2.3L engine to 250 hp with the 2.3L engine in a different configuration.

Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.3L engine to 258 lb-ft with the 2.3L engine in a different configuration.

Engine options include a 2.3L and a 3.0L, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive configuration.

2002 Saab 9-5 Horsepower

The Saab 9-5 is equipped with engine options of 2.3L and 3.0L configurations, producing a horsepower range from 185 hp to 250 hp, depending on the engine variant.

Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.3L engine to 258 lb-ft with the higher-output 2.3L variant.

All configurations utilize a front-wheel-drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission.