Saab 9-5 vs. Lexus ES 350
When comparing the Saab 9-5's and the Lexus ES 350's specifications and ratings, the Saab 9-5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Saab 9-5's and the Lexus ES 350's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Saab 9-5 vs. Lexus ES 350 Pricing
A used 2011 Saab 9-5 ranges from $6,170 to $18,410 while a used 2011 Lexus ES 350 is priced between $8,497 to $18,746.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Saab 9-5’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the Lexus ES 350 base engine makes 268 horsepower. The 9-5 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 611 miles. The ES 350 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles.This gives the Lexus ES 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Saab 9-5 the advantage in maximum range. The 9-5 uses ethanol, gasoline, and the ES 350 uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Saab 9-5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Saab 9-5 and Lexus ES 350 are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lexus ES 350 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6170 - 18410
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8497 - 18746
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406489
Saab 9-5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus ES 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.962094 / 10
Reliability:
8.986281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Saab 9-5 Rankings
Not yet available
Lexus ES 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Saab 9-5 Trim Levels
Aero XWD, Turbo4, Turbo4 Premium, Turbo6 XWD
Lexus ES 350 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 611 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
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:
58.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
18.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4155 lbs
Width:
83.2 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
197.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3605 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17