The very essence of Saab’s philosophy - natural, Scandinavian simplicity. The woven textile upholstery contrasts with the neutral yet expressive anthracite-grey facia.

Engines

2.0LPT 150hp M5/A5

• Petrol engine: Four-cylinder in-line. Cast iron block, alloy cylinder head. Turbocharged, intercooled. DOHC, 16-valve. Twin balancer shafts.
• Ignition/Fuel injection: Saab Trionic 7 engine management. Direct ignition, multi-point fuel injection.
• Displacement (dm3): 1,985
• Bore/Stroke (mm): 90 / 78
• Compression ratio: 9.3:1
• Max. Power: 110 kW (150 hp) at 5500 r/min
• Max. Torque: 240 Nm @ 1800 r/min
• Recommended fuel (octane): 95 (min. 91)
• Top speed (km/h): Manual 5-speed (M5) 210; Automatic 5-speed (A5) 205
• 0-100 km/h: M5 10.2; A5 12.5
• 60-100 km/h fourth gear: M5 11.0
• 80-120 km/h fifth gear: M5 17.3
• Fuel consumption (l/100 km)*: M5 12.5/6.9/9.0; A5 15.1/7.9/10.6
• CO2 emissions (g/km)*: M5 297/164/214; A5 359/188/251 
  
  *City/highway/Combined driving cycle, according to the 1999/100 EC directive.

All Saab 9-5 SportCombi have the following Standard Features. Linear has the following key features:

Linear Features

• Saab Active Head Restraint (SAHR)
  SAHR – Saab Active Head Restraints. Help to reduce the risk of serious neck injuries by up to 75%* in rear-end collisions. SAHR is fitted in both front seats.
  *Published in: The Journal of TRAUMA(r), Volume 51, No 5, November 2001.
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)
  ESP® helps reduce skidding and improves steering ability on a slippery surface. The system compares the car’s movements with your steering wheel input. Any tendency to skid triggers the system to brake one or more wheels and, if necessary, reduce the throttle opening. Includes the TCS anti-spin function. If desired, the ESP® system can be switched off.
• Automatic Climate Control (ACC)
  The dual-zone climate control allows the driver and passengers to choose different temperature levels.
• Leather steering wheel and gear lever
  Steering wheel with leather trim complemented with gear lever in leather.
• Saab Infotainment (Premium 70)
  Includes AM/FM stereo tuner with RDS, MP3-compatible CD player.
  The Premium 70 Sound System includes a 70 W amplifier and four loudspeakers.
  MP3/AUX connection – allows you to plug your mp3 player or other portable audio equipment into the car’s audio system.
• Body coloured bumper/side skirts,
• Colour matched door handles and side mouldings