BMW 535i vs Saab 9-5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Saab 9-5
Overview
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Saab 9-5Turbo4 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535i | Turbo4 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Saab 9-5Turbo4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,850 | $38,525 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Saab 9-5Turbo4 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Saab 9-5Turbo4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp (best) | 220 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Saab 9-5Turbo4 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 18.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,957 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 111.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 197.2 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.3 in (best) |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 535i535i | Saab 9-5Turbo4 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 535i | Saab 9-5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535i $55,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Turbo4 $38,525 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Turbo4 Premium $43,435 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Turbo6 $48,030 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Aero $49,565 MSRP |