How much does the 2003 Saab 9-5 cost?

The 2003 Saab 9-5 has a starting MSRP of $34,335, ranging up to $39,745 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Linear 2.3T from $34,335; Aero from $39,040; Arc 3.0t from $39,040.

What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Saab 9-5?

The 2003 Saab 9-5 achieves up to 22 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2003 Saab 9-5 have?

The 2003 Saab 9-5 offers up to 73 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How many trims does the 2003 Saab 9-5 come in?

The 2003 Saab 9-5 is available in 3 trims (6 total configurations) across Sedan and Wagon body styles with front wheel drive.

2003 Saab 9-5

3 trims · 6 configurations · Sedan, Wagon

Starting MSRP

$34,335 – $39,745

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Source: NHTSA · 4 recalls on record

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Saab 9-5? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Linear 2.3T

Total price (Linear 2.3T MSRP)

$34,335

Typical monthly

$680/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2003 Saab 9-5 trims

Linear 2.3T
2 configurations
MSRP
$34,335 – $35,045
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/28
Horsepower
185 hp
Torque
207 lb-ft
Engine
2.3L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15.9
Max towing
—
Aero
2 configurations
MSRP
$39,040 – $39,745
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/28
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft
Engine
2.3L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15.9
Max towing
—
Arc 3.0t
2 configurations
MSRP
$39,040 – $39,745
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
16/24
Horsepower
200 hp
Torque
229 lb-ft
Engine
3L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15.9
Max towing
—

Compare 2003 Saab 9-5 trim specifications
Spec	Linear 2.3T2 configurations	Aero2 configurations	Arc 3.0t2 configurations
MSRP	$34,335 – $35,045	$39,040 – $39,745	$39,040 – $39,745
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	19/28	19/28	16/24
Horsepower	185 hp	250 hp	200 hp
Torque	207 lb-ft	258 lb-ft	229 lb-ft
Engine	2.3L I4 gas	2.3L I4 gas	3L V6 gas
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	15.9	15.9	15.9
Max towing	—	—	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Linear 2.3Tgas
Aerogas
Arc 3.0tgas
Fuel type: Linear 2.3Tregular unleaded
Aeropremium unleaded (required)
Arc 3.0tpremium unleaded (required)
Cylinders: Linear 2.3TI4
AeroI4
Arc 3.0tV6
Displacement: Linear 2.3T2.3 L
Aero2.3 L
Arc 3.0t3 L
Horsepower: Linear 2.3T185 hp
Aero250 hp
Arc 3.0t200 hp
Torque: Linear 2.3T207 lb-ft
Aero258 lb-ft
Arc 3.0t229 lb-ft
Transmission: Linear 2.3T5-speed manual
Aero5-speed manual
Arc 3.0t5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: Linear 2.3Tfront wheel drive
Aerofront wheel drive
Arc 3.0tfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: Linear 2.3TSedan
AeroSedan
Arc 3.0tSedan
Doors: Linear 2.3T4
Aero4
Arc 3.0t4
Seating: Linear 2.3T5
Aero5
Arc 3.0t5
Length: Linear 2.3T190 in
Aero190 in
Arc 3.0t190 in
Width: Linear 2.3T70.5 in
Aero70.5 in
Arc 3.0t70.5 in
Height: Linear 2.3T57 in
Aero57 in
Arc 3.0t57 in
Wheelbase: Linear 2.3T106.4 in
Aero106.4 in
Arc 3.0t106.4 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Linear 2.3T15.9 cu ft
Aero15.9 cu ft
Arc 3.0t15.9 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: Linear 2.3T15.9 cu ft
Aero15.9 cu ft
Arc 3.0t15.9 cu ft
Curb weight: Linear 2.3T3,470 lbs
Aero3,470 lbs
Arc 3.0t3,580 lbs
Fuel tank: Linear 2.3T18.5 gal
Aero18.5 gal
Arc 3.0t18.5 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Linear 2.3T22
Aero22
Arc 3.0t19
City MPG: Linear 2.3T19
Aero19
Arc 3.0t16
Highway MPG: Linear 2.3T28
Aero28
Arc 3.0t24

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Linear 2.3T	Aero	Arc 3.0t
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
Cylinders	I4	I4	V6
Displacement	2.3 L	2.3 L	3 L
Horsepower	185 hp	250 hp	200 hp
Torque	207 lb-ft	258 lb-ft	229 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Doors	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5
Length	190 in	190 in	190 in
Width	70.5 in	70.5 in	70.5 in
Height	57 in	57 in	57 in
Wheelbase	106.4 in	106.4 in	106.4 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	15.9 cu ft	15.9 cu ft	15.9 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	15.9 cu ft	15.9 cu ft	15.9 cu ft
Curb weight	3,470 lbs	3,470 lbs	3,580 lbs
Fuel tank	18.5 gal	18.5 gal	18.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	22	22	19
City MPG	19	19	16
Highway MPG	28	28	24

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2003 Saab 9-5 FAQ

How much does the 2003 Saab 9-5 cost?: The 2003 Saab 9-5 has a starting MSRP of $34,335, ranging up to $39,745 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Linear 2.3T from $34,335; Aero from $39,040; Arc 3.0t from $39,040.
What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Saab 9-5?: The 2003 Saab 9-5 achieves up to 22 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2003 Saab 9-5 have?: The 2003 Saab 9-5 offers up to 73 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How many trims does the 2003 Saab 9-5 come in?: The 2003 Saab 9-5 is available in 3 trims (6 total configurations) across Sedan and Wagon body styles with front wheel drive.