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Saab 9-5 vs Volvo V70

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2011 Saab 9-5

Overview

SpecSaab 9-5Turbo4Volvo V703.2
Selected trimTurbo43.2
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112010

Pricing & market

SpecSaab 9-5Turbo4Volvo V703.2
MSRP$38,525$33,550 (best)
Lowest listing price$4,399 (best)
Median listing price$4,399 (best)
Highest listing price$4,399 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecSaab 9-5Turbo4Volvo V703.2
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal18.5 gal

Performance

SpecSaab 9-5Turbo4Volvo V703.2
Horsepower220 hp235 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft (best)236 lb-ft
Engine size2 L3.2 L (best)
CylindersI4I6

Size & capability

SpecSaab 9-5Turbo4Volvo V703.2
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume18.2 cu ft72.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,300 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,904 lbs (best)
Wheelbase111.7 in (best)110.9 in
Length197.2 in (best)189.9 in
Width73.3 in73.3 in
Height57.8 in60.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecSaab 9-5Turbo4Volvo V703.2
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)3

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.

TrimSaab 9-5Volvo V70
1

Turbo4

$38,525 MSRP(Currently comparing)

3.2

$33,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Turbo4 Premium

$43,435 MSRP

3.2 R-Design

$38,000 MSRP

3

Turbo6

$48,030 MSRP

4

Aero

$49,565 MSRP

Live inventory

Saab 9-5 vs Volvo V70 FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Saab 9-5 or 2010 Volvo V70?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Saab 9-5 vs 2010 Volvo V70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Saab 9-5 or 2010 Volvo V70?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Volvo V70 starts lower at $33,550. Live Volvo V70 listings start at $4,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Saab 9-5 or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (33,550).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Saab 9-5 or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2011 Saab 9-5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Saab 9-5 or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2011 Saab 9-5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Saab 9-5 or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,300).