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2009 Saab 9-7X Styles

Saab's five-seat 9-7X is structurally related to the Ford Explorer, and it competes with other upmarket SUVs such as the Volkswagen Touareg 2 and Volvo XC90. The 9-7X is available in Aero, 4.2i, and 5.3i trim levels.

Three engines are available for the 9-7X: two V-8s and an inline-six-cylinder. The 5.3-liter V-8 comes equipped with fuel-saving Active Fuel Management technology, which disables half the cylinders when they're not needed. All engines team with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Aero models feature upgraded tires and brakes and a sport-tuned suspension.

Standard Specs and Dimensions
Engine typeI-6 (V-8)
Engine displacement254 (364) cu.in.
Engine horsepower285-hp (390) @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque276 (400) @ 4,600 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC (OHV)
Valves24 (16)
Engine bore x stroke4.0" x 3.6"
Compression ratio10.7 to 1
Fuel tank capacity22.0 gal.
Fuel economy city14 mpg
Fuel economy highway20 mpg
Drag coefficient.40
Curb weight4,700 lbs.
Exterior193.2" x 75.4" x 68.5"
Wheelbase113.0"
Turning radius18.9'
Approach angle29 degrees
Departure angle23 degrees
Ground clearance (min.)7.7"
Passenger volume98.0 cu.ft.
Interior cargo volume39.8 cu.ft.

9-7X 4dr All-wheel Drive 4.2i

Engines
285-hp, 4.2-liter I-6 (regular gas)Standard
Transmissions
4-speed automatic w/ODStandard

9-7X 4dr All-wheel Drive 5.3i

Engines
300-hp, 5.3-liter V-8 (regular gas)Standard
Transmissions
4-speed automatic w/ODStandard

9-7X 4dr All-wheel Drive Aero

Engines
390-hp, 6.0-liter V-8 (premium)Standard
Transmissions
4-speed automatic w/ODStandard