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2012 Saab 9-5 MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Saab 9-5 is a midsize car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (20 city / 32 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 24 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 50 midsize cars rated for 2012, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 20 MPG city · 32 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,938 15,000 mi/yr · $12.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #25 of 50 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Saab 9-5's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway3213.67.4
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 2012 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid95 MPGe + 50 MPG $888
  2. 2Nissan Leaf99 MPGe $918
  3. 3Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  4. 4Toyota Camry Hybrid40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Ford Fusion Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  6. 25Saab 9-524 MPG $1,938
  7. 50Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2012 9-5Other midsize carsClass median: $1,980/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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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-5 Sedan
Flex-fuel 20 MPG 32 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
9-5 Sedan
Flex-fuel 18 MPG 28 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
9-5 Sedan AWD
Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline or E85
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
99 cu ft
Cargo volume
18 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
370 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Saab 9-5?

Up to 24 MPG combined (20 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 21 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Saab 9-5 use?

Regular gasoline or E85.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Saab 9-5?

The 2012 Saab 9-5's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Saab 9-5 per year?

About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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