DecodedCarsSaab 9-4
2 model years from 2011 to 2012, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2011–2012
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Latest engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl, 2.8L 6-cyl turbo
- Best MPG
- 20–20 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2011 (4)
The 2012 9-4 in brief
The 2012 Saab 9-4 is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl and 2.8L 6-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 4% worse than the 2012 SUV - average of 20.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
The Saab 9-4 has 2 model years in our data, from 2011 to 2012.
Its most efficient year was 2012 at 20 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 20 to 20 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the power train (1), air bags (1), suspension (1).
2012 has the most recalls (2); all years together count 2 campaigns and 4 owner complaints.
2012 9-4 pros & cons
Full 2012 details →What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 139 for similar models.
Watch out for
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Show all 2 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2012 9-4
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Toyota RAV4 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2012 Honda CR-V | 26 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2012 Toyota 4Runner | 19 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | 17 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2012 Hyundai Tucson | 25 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Saab. How we calculate this →