Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2012 Saab9-5 Sedan

Midsize Cars · Front-Wheel Drive · 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo

24MPGcombined

20city

32highway

A year of fuel$2,800

CO₂ from the tailpipe370.3 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 432 saab cars

Combined MPG 24 MPGbest 24 · avg 20

Annual fuel cost $2,800best $2,800 · avg $3,578

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2012 Saab 9-5 Sedan is a gasoline midsize car with front-wheel drive, powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Its transmission is a six-speed manual. Official fuel economy is 20 MPG in city driving, 32 MPG on the highway and 24 MPG combined. The EPA annual fuel cost is $2,800, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 370.29 grams per mile. The model is also listed with FFV as an alternative fuel type, in addition to gasoline. Its highway rating is higher than its city rating, while the combined figure gives buyers one summary value for fuel economy. The sedan's listed engine, transmission and drive layout help identify this configuration for shoppers reviewing fuel use and running costs.

Who it is for

The 9-5 Sedan may suit buyers seeking a midsize car with front-wheel drive, a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a manual transmission. Its 32 highway MPG and $2,800 annual fuel cost are useful figures to weigh.

What is good

32 highway MPG
2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine
Six-speed manual transmission
FFV listed as alternative fuel type

What to know first

20 city MPG
24 combined MPG
$2,800 annual fuel cost
370.29 grams of CO2 per mile

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2012 Saab 9-5 Sedan: the full review

The 2012 Saab 9-5 Sedan combines a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive and a six-speed manual. Its 24 combined MPG, FFV listing and $2,800 annual fuel cost are useful decision points for buyers.

Overview

The 2012 Saab 9-5 Sedan is a midsize gasoline car with front-wheel drive and a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It pairs that engine with a six-speed manual transmission. Its official EPA ratings are 20 mpg city, 32 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined. Those figures provide a useful basis for comparing its fuel use with other cars, though actual results can vary.

The EPA also lists this model as an FFV, or flexible-fuel vehicle, and reports tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions of 370.29 grams per mile. Its estimated annual fuel cost is $2,800 USD. That cost is an EPA estimate rather than a fixed ownership expense; fuel prices and driving patterns affect what an owner pays.

Key features

Powertrain and drive

The listed configuration combines a 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo engine with a manual 6-spd transmission and front-wheel drive. The facts identify the fuel as gasoline and also designate the car as FFV. They do not specify performance figures or equipment beyond this powertrain and drive information.

Fuel economy and emissions

At 20 mpg in city driving and 32 mpg on the highway, the 9-5's combined rating is 24 mpg. The city figure is the lower of the two, while the highway figure is higher; drivers whose routes are mostly urban or mostly highway may find the separate ratings more relevant than the combined number. The listed tailpipe CO2 figure is 370.29 g per mile.

Pricing

No purchase price, trim-level price, or financing terms are provided. The available ownership-cost figure is the EPA annual fuel cost estimate: $2,800 USD. This is a fuel-cost estimate, not a total cost of ownership, and should be considered alongside local fuel prices and expected mileage.

Platforms

The powertrain information identifies a six-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive. The facts do not specify infotainment, connectivity, driver-assistance, or other software and technology systems, so there is no supported basis here for assessing those areas.

Who it's for

The 9-5 Sedan may suit buyers seeking a midsize car with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive, and a manual transmission. Its EPA figures help shoppers estimate fuel use, while the FFV designation may matter to people comparing fuel compatibility. The supplied details do not identify supported fuel blends, so buyers should confirm that information before relying on the designation for a particular fuel choice.

For fleets and other high-mileage drivers, the 20 mpg city and 32 mpg highway ratings offer a starting point for fuel-budget planning. The $2,800 USD annual fuel estimate gives a reference point, but actual operating budgets depend on mileage, route mix, and fuel prices.

Pros and cons

Pros

EPA ratings are provided for city, highway, and combined driving.
The configuration specifies a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, manual transmission, and front-wheel drive.
The EPA lists both FFV status and an annual fuel-cost estimate.

Cons

The combined EPA rating is 24 mpg, with a city rating of 20 mpg.
No purchase price or broader ownership-cost details are available here.
The supplied information does not describe cabin equipment, safety features, or technology systems.

Alternatives

Shoppers comparing other 2012 Saab models can also consider the 2012 Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan, 2012 Saab 9-3 Sedan AWD, 2012 Saab 9-3 Convertible, or 2012 Saab 9-3 SportCombi. The available facts do not give their fuel economy or equipment, so a direct comparison requires checking each model's details.

Browse the broader Saab cars list for more models.

Verdict

The 2012 Saab 9-5 Sedan has a clearly specified powertrain and EPA fuel-economy profile: a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder, six-speed manual, front-wheel drive, and 24 mpg combined. Its 32 mpg highway figure may be particularly relevant to highway-focused shoppers, while city driving is rated at 20 mpg. The EPA's $2,800 USD annual fuel estimate and 370.29 g per mile tailpipe CO2 figure add useful context, but the available information is too limited to judge price, equipment, safety, or total ownership value.