2012 Saab 9-4X Sporty CarsSaab is on the eve of getting several new vehicles including the 2012 Saab 9-4X

Saab's fortunes began to decline when GM began to pour more money into Hummer and several overseas operations while neglecting the Saab product line. Adding insult to injury, GM developed an SUV model for Saab, the 9-7X, a vehicle based on the unpopular platform of GM's mid-range SUVs. That move further sullied Saab's image, resulting in sales declining sharply and damaging the brand.

2012 Saab 9-4X at 2010 LA Auto Show

2012 Saab 9-4X Rear Side View

Today, Saab is on the eve of getting several new vehicles including the 9-4X crossover to replace the forgettable 9-7X and will soon see its flagship 9-5 line overhauled. The 9-4X will be built by GM who will continue to supply parts, engines and transmissions for the foreseeable future as many Saab models share components with other GM vehicles. Indeed, the Saab 9-4X is based on the same platform powering the all new 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Saab is on the eve of getting several new vehicles including the 2012 Saab 9-4X

2012 Saab 9-4X Sporty CarsSaab is on the eve of getting several new vehicles including the 2012 Saab 9-4X

Saab's fortunes began to decline when GM began to pour more money into Hummer and several overseas operations while neglecting the Saab product line. Adding insult to injury, GM developed an SUV model for Saab, the 9-7X, a vehicle based on the unpopular platform of GM's mid-range SUVs. That move further sullied Saab's image, resulting in sales declining sharply and damaging the brand.

2012 Saab 9-4X at 2010 LA Auto Show

2012 Saab 9-4X Rear Side View

Today, Saab is on the eve of getting several new vehicles including the 9-4X crossover to replace the forgettable 9-7X and will soon see its flagship 9-5 line overhauled. The 9-4X will be built by GM who will continue to supply parts, engines and transmissions for the foreseeable future as many Saab models share components with other GM vehicles. Indeed, the Saab 9-4X is based on the same platform powering the all new 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Saab is on the eve of getting several new vehicles including the 2012 Saab 9-4X

Frankfurt Welcomes All-New 2010 Saab 9-5 Sedan: Live Shots Plus Updated High-Res Gallery with 60 Pics

Frankfurt Welcomes All-New 2010 Saab 9-5 Sedan: Live Shots Plus Updated High-Res Gallery with 60 Pics

The undisputable star of Saab's Frankfurt Motor Show stand is the all-new 9-5 Sedan that will go on sale worldwide in the beginning of next year. While Saab's proposal in the BMW 5-Series and Audi A6 premium segment shares GM's Epsilon 2 platform with the Opel/Vauxhall Insignia and Buick LaCrosse, the 9-5 features a longer wheelbase and has its own unique exterior and a interior styling that's influenced by the Aero X concept car as well as by the classic 900.

The new 9-5 Sedan, which will be followed by a load-loving Estate version within the next year or so, will be available at launch with a choice of two turbocharged petrol engines, a 2.0-liter unit with 220HP and a range-topping 300HP 2.8-liter V6 that's offered exclusively with Saab's XWD four-wheel drive system, and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo diesel that makes 160HP.

Shortly after the market launch, Saab plans to enhance the 9-5 engine range with a small displacement, 1.6-liter gasoline turbo generating 180 horsepower, together with a 2.0-liter BioPower E85-capable engine. All transmissions will be six-speed

Technological highlights include the adaptive chassis control with driver settings selection through Saab's DriveSense, Bi-Xenon Smart Beam adaptive headlights and intelligent cruise control. The 9-5 will be offered with two different suspension layouts according to engine power while buyers can also opt for sport chassis setting.