Volvo S80 vs. Saab 9000
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volvo S80 and Saab 9000 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volvo S80 and the Saab 9000.
When comparing the Volvo S80's and the Saab 9000's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S80 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo S80's and the Saab 9000's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S80 is a better car than the Saab 9000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volvo S80’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the Saab 9000 base engine makes 225 horsepower. The S80 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 685 miles. The 9000 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 425 miles. This gives the Volvo S80 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Saab 9000. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
43450
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
39130
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12386
Price Range:
6671 - 18144
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
10
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
89088
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Used Car Pricing
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Price Range:
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
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0
Volvo S80 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Saab 9000 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo S80
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.106
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Saab 9000
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.290194355408742
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5024950791969043
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Volvo S80 Rankings
Not yet available
Saab 9000 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo S80 Trim Levels
T5 Drive-E, T5 Drive-E Platinum
Saab 9000 Trim Levels
CSE Turbo
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
252 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 37 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 685 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):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 425 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
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:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3719 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
58.8 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
70 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Stone / Ember Black Metallic
Blue
Magic Blue Metallic
Gray
Bright Silver Metallic / Savile Gray Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Metallic / Ice White
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Soft Beige
Black
Off Black
Brown
Chestnut
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
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Brown
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