Should I go for an old Saab 9-5 auto?

Hi,

I'm thinking of taking a chance on a 2007 or 2008 Saab 9-5 automatic. Any advice appreciated: 2.0-litre petrol or 1.9-litre diesel?

Many thanks

Dave

David Doyle (Dublin)

Jan 2016 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi David,

I'd say overall that the 2.0 petrol will be the more reliable engine, not least because it's an older, more thoroughly developed unit. But beware - horror stories of 9-5 unreliability are legion...

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
@neilmbriscoe