Saab Announces 9-7X SUV Pricing

[Nemesis]

DETROIT, Mich. -- The all-new Saab 9-7X goes on sale in the United States this spring with very attractive pricing. Saab's first-ever SUV will come in two models: the Linear, priced at $38,990.00 and the Arc, priced at $40,990.00. Both MSRP's include a $720.00 destination charge.

 

The 9-7X SUV is just one part of the most aggressive product development offensive in Saab's 57-year history. It joins the 9-3 Sport Sedan and Convertible, the 9-5 Sedan and SportWagon and the all-wheel drive 9-2X, as well as the upcoming all-new Saab 9-3 SportCombi and the 250-hp 2.8V6 Turbo, which will become available in all 9-3 Aero models later this year.

 

The 9-7X Linear features standard all-wheel drive, leather-appointed heated front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels, side-curtain airbags, integrated roof rails, OnStar, XM Satellite Radio, 6-CD Bose audio system and a choice between a moonroof or a rear-DVD entertainment system. It is powered by an in-line 6-cylinder engine that makes 275 hp and 275 lb.-ft. of torque. The 9-7X Arc adds xenon headlamps, adjustable pedals, headlamp washers and a 300-hp/330 lb.-ft. V8.

 

Saab owners will feel right at home in the 9-7X, which has the familiar ****pit-inspired instrument panel, signature sliding-plate vents, in-dash cupholder and center console-mounted ignition. The Saab 9-7X can be ordered in Obsidian Black, Titanium Silver and Ocean Blue.

 

Saab is making the 9-7X SUV even more attractive with a limited special offer. By registering before March 31, 2005, customers who purchase or lease a 2005 9-7X will get three years of free OnStar "Safe & Sound" and XM Satellite Radio service, a $700.00 value. In addition, current Saab drivers whose leases expire in February, March or April will qualify for a lease extension of up to six months to enable them to take delivery of a new 2005 9-7X.

 

Saab will target potential customers with a direct mail campaign by the end of February 2005. This mailing will direct prospects to the Saab 9-7X website, www.saab97Xsuv.com. Once customers have registered at this website, they will automatically receive the additional free services once they take delivery of their 2005 9-7X. Interested customers can go directly to the website even if they did not receive the mailing from Saab.

 

"The 9-7X joins the Saab lineup at the right time because the demand for premium midsize SUV's is strong," said Debra Kelly-Ennis, President and COO of Saab USA. "About forty percent of current Saab owners already have an SUV of another make in their garage, while nearly 30 percent of Saab owners have left the brand for an SUV in the past. With the 9-7X, Saab will be able to take advantage of the continued growth in this segment."

 

On top of that, the Saab 9-7X SUV represents outstanding value for money, especially when compared with the Volvo XC90. Not only has the 9-7X more headroom, legroom, towing capability and engine torque, it is also priced at over $8,000.00 less than a comparably equipped XC90 V8. Saab Automobile AB and Saab Cars USA, Inc. are subsidiary companies of General Motors Corp. Saab Cars USA is the importer of Saab 9-2X, 9-3 and 9-5 automobiles for Saab Automobile AB, Sweden. For more information, please visit www.saabusa.com.

[Cantona156]

Looks nice .... but is it a Saabaru (like 9-2x) or developed in-house?

[Nemesis]

[reply]

Looks nice .... but is it a Saabaru (like 9-2x) or developed in-house?

 

This is not like 9-2X which JV between Saab and Subaru

Btw, is only available as a LHD i.e. in US only

Hence a flop

 

 

This one diff, 9-7 is totally by Saab hope it will be out late next yr

 

Cheers

[Elfenstar]

Dunno if you've seen the Ford Territory, but on the exterior it looks almost exactly like that but with a saab front bar...

[Decibel]

Looks like a pretty boring car, like they made this SUV just for the sake of having one. Wonder if it will sell well

Edited August 28, 2005 by Decibel

[Nemesis]

[reply]

Dunno if you've seen the Ford Territory, but on the exterior it looks almost exactly like that but with a saab front bar...

 

I think it's more towards 9-6 instead of 9-7X

 

Cheers

[Nemesis]

[reply]

Wonder if it will sell well

 

Hard to compete with the Jap SUV and MPV

 

But probably can give Volvo XC90 and BMW X5 and etc a run for money

 

 

[reply]

Looks like a pretty boring car

 

Try this

 

 

Cheers

[Decibel]

Now this is sweet

[Nemesis]

[reply]

Now this is sweet

 

Engine more sweet

 

2.8 V6 Twin Scroll Turbo

 

Cheers

[Seansene]

Looks nice .... but is it a Saabaru (like 9-2x) or developed in-house?

 

It's a Chevy TrailBlazer inside (cue Intel music), which makes it a, um, Saabrolet?

Edited September 16, 2005 by Seansene

[Magfocus]

No wonder the dash design, looks erm..."american"

[Seansene]

And note the identical wing mirrors. I think Genie's sig will be appropriate here again...

[Renegade]

Oooo...nice - big, bulky, hard to park, lots of room for pointless cladding.

 

Should do well here...

[Fluffy]

so.....does this make the Saab a conti or an american car? (let's flog that old horsie -- is chevolet an american or korean thingy)

[Renegade]

Well....technically, America's a continent, too, so I'd say conti

 

Korea's a country but cannot pass off as a continent so...

 

 

I know - I'm going to burn in hell for this post....

Edited September 16, 2005 by Renegade

[Fluffy]

we both are, bro........ me for bringing this up again

[Renegade]

Good to know I won't burn alone then....

[Seansene]

Oooohhh, conti disgust-ion! Let me join!