2010 Saab 9-5 is Ready for Frankfurt
Saab’s been through a lot this past year – sold off to Koenigsegg, struggled through a poor world economy, and researching new designs. Now all their patience will turn to perseverance as they bring 2010′s Saab 9-5 to the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show.
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Based on a sportier version of GM’s Epsilon II platform, the new 9-5 rides on a 111.8″ wheelbase, which should offer plenty of room in the passenger compartment. The increase in room also extends to the truck, where cargo capacity measures a healthy 18.11 cubic feet.
Engine options will include a three turbocharged petrol units: a 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 160hp, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 210hp, and a 2.8-liter V6 with 300hp. Diesel power will be provided by two 2.0-liter units which will produce 160 hp and 190 hp. Eventually a petrol-electric hybrid is expected, as is a biofuel model. Look for the new Saab 9-5 sedan to go on sale in Europe in April 2010, with a base price around €35,000.
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