Pics Aplenty: Saab shows off its 9-5 in full high-res glory
2010 Saab 9-5 – Click above for high-res image gallery
It didn't take long for the floodgates of official pictures to open after the first set of leaked images gave us an early glimpse at the new 2010 Saab 9-5 inside and out. Just as before, we're cautiously optimistic that this attractive sedan (though it's appearance is certainly polarizing to many) will look as good in the flesh as it does in pictures. In this latest round of images, we get a better look at many of the new 9-5's most interesting details, including its pronounced grille and fascia, multi-hued side mirrors, full-length LED brake lighting and bottom-edge J-shaped chrome trim.
Inside, we see the expected cockpit-style dash layout, though with a more modern take on the classic Swedish design. Of course, there's a console-mounted ignition button and mellow green-tinted interior lighting, but we also note quite a few interesting textures and patterns to break up the otherwise somber-looking monotony of dark colors. Check out our gallery below and hold tight for the official details and specifications from Saab, which should be on their way in short order considering that the dam is crumbling at such an alarming rate.
Gallery: 2010 Saab 9-5 Leaked Again
[Source: Auto Motor and Sport]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)
ij70 3:35PM (7/28/2009)
Hello jelly bean. :-)
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Dan 3:36PM (7/28/2009)
Kind of reminds me of the prev generation Infiniti M.
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michaelmoll3rd 4:50PM (7/28/2009)
I agree! I thought I was the only one!
Jei 7:58PM (7/28/2009)
Yeah, but the 02-03 M45 was a Japanese musclecar that came ahead of its time.
RG 3:37PM (7/28/2009)
It's never a good idea to show pictures of your new car the same day as a Ferrari.
The car seems mediocre to me.
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Shiftright 9:45PM (7/28/2009)
The new Ferrari is not any more distinctive, unfortunately.
Jim Dubois 3:41PM (7/28/2009)
I owned a Saab 900 (pre GM) and SPG. They were quirky, unreliable but had character and drove pretty nice.
This new Saab looks like a bland, boring, Buick lookalike with SAAB badges
The interior looks dated about 10yrs as well.
Blah...does nothing for me.
Rather have a BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Infiniti or Lexus over this boring turkey.
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dsharp23 5:23PM (7/28/2009)
yeah...i see the malibu...can't wait till they get the GM out of their bloodstream.
Level 3:41PM (7/28/2009)
I like it
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hyundaifans.com 7:57PM (7/28/2009)
Never really liked Saabs but this one does look nice.
Tikki 3:42PM (7/28/2009)
ok Autoblog, this one should be nominated for worlds most generic boring car. Total lack of emotion.
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meshies 4:46PM (7/28/2009)
I agree. The front graphic is pretty, the details are very pretty, the rear is pleasing... but the sheetmetal everywhere else and in between is BLAND. give it a striking presence/proportions and this thing would eat up the competition.
Rev 5:31PM (7/28/2009)
I shall call this: the Blaahb.
I have a semi-old bar of soap in my shower that is sexier looking that this thing.
Truly the most generic looking auto I've ever seen in my life. From every angle.
sk 3:43PM (7/28/2009)
vive la différence, Saab is back.
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PJ 3:44PM (7/28/2009)
Love it. I'd seen the spy shots and thought this would be a much more conservative redesign. Lots of subtle Aero X influence in that greenhouse and rear deck.
I'm guessing the interior is going to remain a bone of contention, though. It's got some great details, but some of the shades of black look mismatched in the PR shots (happens easily when you're mixing materials) and I'm not a fan of the off-the-rack GM steering wheel. The tall, curvy center stack looks a lot like the 2010 LaCrosse's, too--hopefully they won't overuse that look across too many brands.
Looks like GM is leaving Saab on a high note--can't wait to see what Koenigsegg does with it.
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Jared 3:43PM (7/28/2009)
Damn that's ugly. The greenhouse is goofy. The grill is too big. The tail looks like a Mercury Sable.
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Protzenegger 4:47PM (7/28/2009)
While I agree on the last 3 counts, this is overall a pretty sweet-looking ride. I can't wait for the wagon.
Silverjet 7:09PM (7/28/2009)
I was thinking the same thing...old Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable.
Sofa King Fast! 3:45PM (7/28/2009)
awwww..man.
This is totally a badge engineered Malibu.....
http://www.autospectator.com/cars/files/images/2009-Chevrolet-Malibu-LTZ-03.jpg
Such a letdown for the first Saab to come out under the Koenigsegg era.
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bgkeen 3:48PM (7/28/2009)
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I don't think you quite know what badge engineering means.