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2002 Saab 9-5 MPG & fuel economy

The 2002 Saab 9-5 is a midsize car offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2001 model. Among 42 midsize cars rated for 2002, it ranks 7th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2002 #7 of 42 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2002 Saab 9-5's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2811.98.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2002 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Mazda 62625 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Honda Accord25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Saturn L100/20025 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Hyundai Sonata23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Nissan Altima23 MPG $2,022
  6. 7Saab 9-522 MPG $2,114
  7. 42Bentley Arnage11 MPG $5,386
2002 9-5Other midsize carsClass median: $2,447/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

9-5 MPG across model years

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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
9-5		 Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
9-5 Wagon		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-5		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-5 Wagon		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-5		 Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-5 Wagon		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-5		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.3L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
99 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2002 Saab 9-5 vs. rivals

vs Lexus ES 21 MPG · $2,214/yr 9-5 saves $101/yr vs Infiniti I35 20 MPG · $2,325/yr 9-5 saves $211/yr vs Cadillac Eldorado 19 MPG · $2,447/yr 9-5 saves $334/yr vs Cadillac Seville 19 MPG · $2,447/yr 9-5 saves $334/yr vs Acura TL 21 MPG · $2,821/yr 9-5 saves $708/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class 21 MPG · $2,821/yr 9-5 saves $708/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2002 Saab 9-5?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2002 Saab 9-5 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2002 Saab 9-5?

The 2002 Saab 9-5's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2002 Saab 9-5 per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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