Saab 9-5 Saloon

Saab has tried to breathe new life into its flagship range which was introduced in 1997, and it's the most dramatic change since the car was first launched. Bodywork forward of the A-pillar is new, as well as a new rear, revised chassis settings and a new-look dashboard. Both previous diesel engines (a 120bhp 2.2-litre and a 176bhp 3.0 V6) have been dropped in favour of a new more competitive 150bhp 1.9 TiD. Saab doesn't try to hide the fact that the 9-5 isn't as modern as many of its premium rivals, but it's priced to undercut them by several thousand pounds.

TID, SPORT

Linear models include four-speaker CD/radio system, four electric windows, lumbar support, dual-zone climate control and chilled glovebox, 16-inch alloy wheels, Isofix rear child seat mountings, integrated rear window aerial and steering wheel-mounted audio controls. Vector models have an upgraded audio system, part-leather trim, 17-inch alloy wheels and 'Tekrite effect' dashboard and door trim. Linear Sport adds larger alloys to the Linear model, as well as different cloth trim and parking sensors. Vector Sport models offer the same upgrades on Vector models. Aero models have standard metallic paint, electrically adjustable driver's seat, heated front seats and unique dashboard and door trim.

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