Lexus ES 300 vs. Saab 9-5
When comparing the Lexus ES 300's and the Saab 9-5's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 300 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Saab 9-5 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 300's and the Saab 9-5's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus ES 300’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Saab 9-5 base engine makes 185 horsepower. The ES 300 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. The 9-5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. This gives the Saab 9-5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus ES 300. The ES 300 uses gasoline, and the 9-5 uses premium unleaded, regular unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3890 - 9996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Lexus ES 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Saab 9-5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus ES 300 Rankings
Not yet available
Saab 9-5 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus ES 300 Trim Levels
Base
Saab 9-5 Trim Levels
Aero, Arc 3.0t, Linear 2.3t
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
220 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3439 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3470 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
106.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R16