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headlights and sentinel not working in normal position. Replaced high beam relay and lights do work at the fog lights setting but not the other settings also replace the master relay same thing
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2009 Saab 9-7X Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Rumor has it that 2009 will be the last year for the Saab 9-7X. Since its absorption into the GM fold, Saab has lost much of its unique character, and this midsize, 5-passenger SUV proves no different. It shares its platform and much of its mechanics with the GMC Envoy and Chevy Trailblazer, but adds traditional European touches, such as the Saab front grille, the refined leather and wood interior, and Saab's signature center-console-mounted ignition. The SUV also offers a specially tuned suspension and lower ride height that improve driving dynamics over its GM siblings.
Because the 2009 9-7X may be bidding the road adieu, the few changes for this year add two new colors, optional Bluetooth, and optional chrome-trimmed black side steps. All three trims return for 2009. The 4.2i features a 4.2-liter inline-six that puts out 285 hp and 276 lb-ft of torque, with mileage averaging 14/20 mpg. The 5.3i comes with a Vortec V8 equipped with cylinder deactivation. This means that although it delivers 300 hp and 321 lb-ft of torque, it achieves the same fuel economy ratings as the six-banger. The performance-oriented Aero boosts the engine to a 6.0-liter V8 with 390 hp and 395 lb-ft of torque, but mileage drastically drops to 12/16 mpg. All engines come with a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, with the Aero getting a heavy-duty version.
Featuring automatic all-wheel drive with a limited-slip rear differential and a self-leveling front independent suspension, the 9-7X provides a sportier ride than the Envoy and Trailblazer. Responsive brakes, precise weighted steering, and superior off-the-line acceleration from all engines add to the superior driving dynamics. The sportier Aero boosts the 18-inch alloy wheels to 20 inches and adds larger brakes and shocks, a sport-tuned suspension, and Aero-badged leather seats and floor mats.
For those using the SUV as a family hauler rather than a sports car, the 2009 9-7X earns a mixed bag of stars in crash tests, with three and four stars up front and five stars for side impact. ABS brakes, traction and stability control, dual front-side and side curtain airbags for both rows, and rollover sensors are all standard. Other safety equipment includes OnStar and automatic headlights.
The 2009 Saab 9-7X seats five in two rows, with 60/40 split-folding rear seats aided by automatic retractable headrests. Cabin space earns high marks from owners, with plenty of head and legroom for both rows. The cargo bay expands from 40 to 80 cubic feet and comes with tiedowns and a cover. Roof rails are also standard. All trims feature heated power front seats, leather upholstery, a moonroof, a 6-CD changer with Bose sound system, wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls, and second-row audio controls. The 5.3i adds xenon headlights and power-adjustable pedals, both available as options for the 4.2i. Other options include a navigation system and DVD player.
Owners and critics of the 2009 Saab 9-7X highlight its confident power and acceleration, fun drive, European styling, and roomy interior. Its firm suspension maintains a smooth and comfortable ride, and the 9-7X remains one of the quieter SUVs on the road, with little wind and tire intrusion. Some drawbacks include limited rear visibility caused by the rear headrests and thick roof pillars, and the disappointing use of GM plastics, which otherwise mar the refined interior. The lack of a 5- or 6-speed transmission seems outdated, and the six-cylinder engine can be noisy at high revs.
Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2009 Saab 9-7X
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by Ed G
Sep 29, 2023
Good handling for truck-based SUV. Love the 4.2L engine.Sep 29, 2023
by Alan K
Sep 15, 2021
In general, the Saab 9-7x is the same as a Trailblazer and its many variants on the GMT-360 platform.
Body specific parts are in VERY short supply, but because it is basically a Trailblazer, most mechanical parts are easy and cheap to find.
Worry points:
Trans cooling lines
P.S. lines and cooler
Leaking seals on front differential
Air suspension
Front hood rust SEVERE on 9-7x
Front wheel bearings and signal to ABS/StabilTrac system
Spare tire hoist (cannot remove spare)
Body Control Module and windows....mostly fixed by service campaign.
Overall, a VERY good premium level vehicle with easy maintenance and will last a long time if outside the rust belt.
I would trust MUCH more than the newer FWD vehicles for long life and low service costs.
Sep 15, 2021
by Alphonso R
Oct 29, 2020
It is well equipped just not sure how good the interior is Oct 29, 2020
User rating:
by Ed G
Sep 29, 2023
Good handling for truck-based SUV. Love the 4.2L engine.Sep 29, 2023
by Alan K
Sep 15, 2021
In general, the Saab 9-7x is the same as a Trailblazer and its many variants on the GMT-360 platform.
Body specific parts are in VERY short supply, but because it is basically a Trailblazer, most mechanical parts are easy and cheap to find.
Worry points:
Trans cooling lines
P.S. lines and cooler
Leaking seals on front differential
Air suspension
Front hood rust SEVERE on 9-7x
Front wheel bearings and signal to ABS/StabilTrac system
Spare tire hoist (cannot remove spare)
Body Control Module and windows....mostly fixed by service campaign.
Overall, a VERY good premium level vehicle with easy maintenance and will last a long time if outside the rust belt.
I would trust MUCH more than the newer FWD vehicles for long life and low service costs.
Sep 15, 2021
by Alphonso R
Oct 29, 2020
It is well equipped just not sure how good the interior is Oct 29, 2020
by Alan T
Sep 19, 2020
Only issue about design that I have, is the front console cupholder is blocked when the vehicle is in Park. I cant get my coffee mug out, must put in any gear to remove it.Sep 19, 2020
by Grant S
Jun 21, 2009
All in all this is a pretty good vehicle. It just isn't me. I am more
of a car guy and I miss my 9-3. This vehicle is loaded and that
is nice- Xenon headlamps, heated seats, roof, memory, six
disc Bose, AWD, leather, so on and so forth. I like the vehicle,
but it just isn't me. I am looking to sell it for $25k OBO. It has
about 4700 miles on it.Jun 21, 2009
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2009 Saab 9-7X Pricing
Original MSRP
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Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · In-Dash CD: DVD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.14 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.78 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: 600 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Running boards: chrome
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: dual rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Xenon
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.14 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.78 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 145 amps · Battery: 600 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Running boards: chrome
Header
Option Delete: Generic
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.14 · Front brakes: disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.8 · Rear brake width: 0.78 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.10 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
Alternator: 145 amps · Battery: 600 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent