Saab 9-5 vs. Audi A8 / S8 Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Saab 9-5 or Audi A8 / S8 reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Saab 9-5 and the Audi A8 / S8 truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Saab 9-5 and Audi A8 / S8 reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Saab 9-5 and the Audi A8 / S8 were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Saab 9-5 and the Audi A8 / S8 have been recently.
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Saab 9-5 Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Saab 9-5
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| Reliability and Durability of the Saab 9-5: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
For a higher end car it is really great! Just a few odd things have gone wrong but have been covered by my warranty. The car feels very solid and is basically put together very well. I recently discovered that the cargo area is covered by thick plywood! |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Both are high. A little maintenance goes a long way. Saab durability is legendary. |
| Reliability and Durability of the Saab 9-5: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Dismal record up to 2000, at best unstable results to 2003, fixed all problems only by Model Year 2004. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Audi A8 / S8 Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the Audi A8 / S8.
