Against 265 other 4-cyl cars rated 2004–2006, the 9-2X trails their 24.4 mpg average by 2.4 mpg, about $171 a year.
Every Saab 9-2X engine, compared
The Saab 9-2X was rated in a single specification, so its gas mileage does not vary by version — only by model year. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 19.5 / 25.5 | 2005–2006 | $1,707 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2006) | $0.145 |
| Fuel per year | $1,745 |
| Fuel over five years | $8,725 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 2004–2006 | +$171 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,775 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2006 Saab 9-2X gives up 6 mpg in town: 25 on the highway against 19 in the city, $485 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2006) | 19 mpg | $2,021 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 25 mpg | $1,536 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6 mpg (32%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the 9-2X changed over the years
The 9-2X peaked in 2005 at 23 mpg (20 city, 26 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2006 at 22 — 1 mpg apart, or $75 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 2006 car does 22.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 19 / 25 | 1 | $1,745 | |
| 2005 | 20 / 26 | 1 | $1,670 |
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How we count
This page rests on 2 EPA ratings of the Saab 9-2X — 1 engine across 2005–2006. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $2,775. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2006 Saab 9-2X get?
22 mpg combined, 19 city and 25 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2005 the 9-2X has averaged 22.5 mpg.
Is the 2006 9-2X more efficient than the 2005?
No: 22 against 23 mpg combined, about $75 a year more to run.
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