2006 Saab 9-2X
Source: Saab
The all-wheel drive Saab 9-2X enters it second year of production with a more powerful engine in the Aero model, more horsepower and a new name for the base model, and simplified option packages. At the same time, MSRP's for 2006 9-2X's remain unchanged from 2005.
The 2006 9-2X Aero pays tribute to Saab's signature torque heritage with a new 2.5L turbo 4-cylinder boxer engine that makes 230 horsepower @ 5,600 rpm and 235 lb. ft of torque @ 3,600 rpm (up from 227-hp/217 lb. ft. last year).
Seventeen-inch all-season tires will be available on the Aero. Sixteen-inch all-season rubber continues to be standard on both 2.5i and Aero models.
The former Linear model will now be called the 2.5i, reflecting the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. This naturally aspirated engine is now rated at 173-hp @ 6,000 rpm, up eight horsepower from last year. Peak torque is slightly adjusted to 166 lb.-ft. @ 4,400 rpm.
9-2X MSRP's remain unchanged in 2006 at $22,990 for the 2.5i and $26,950 for the Aero. Destination charges, however, will increase $25 to $720, bringing the prices to $23,710 and $27,670, respectively.
An available Leather Package includes leather appointed seats and door inserts on the Aero. The 2.5i also gets a leather steering wheel, gearshift knob, and hand brake boot. 2005's Premium Package is deleted from both models.
The 9-2X Aero's Sport Package is revised to include 17-inch wheels with all-season performance tread and xenon headlamps. The power moonroof on the Aero becomes a stand-alone option.
The 2006 9-2X Aero will be available in Midnight Black Mica, Arctic Silver Metallic and Brilliant Red.
The full-time all-wheel drive system, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and four-speed automatic/five speed manual transmissions remain unchanged for 2006.
The 9-2X is part of the most aggressive product development offensive in Saab's 58-year history as an automaker. Also in 2005, Saab introduced its first-ever SUV, the 9-7X, and will launch the five-door 9-3 SportCombi and a refreshed 9-5 Sedan and SportCombi. All 2006 9-3 Aero models will feature a new 2.8L Turbo V6 that generates 250-hp and 258 lb. ft. of torque as standard equipment.
2006 Saab 9-2X Pictures and Specifications
|
General Information
|
|
Year
|
2006
|
|
Manufacturer
|
Saab
|
|
Model
|
9-2X
|
|
Trim
|
Aero
|
|
Body Type
|
Sedan
|
|
Base MSRP
|
$21,841 USD
|
|
Curb Weight
|
3,070 lbs.
|
|
Engine / Transmission
|
|
Type
|
2.0 Liter
|
|
Cylinders
|
4
|
|
Horsepower
|
173 bhp @ 6000 rpm
|
|
Torque
|
166 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
|
|
Redline
|
7000 rpm
|
|
Drive Train
|
All Wheel Drive
|
|
Gear Type
|
5-Speed Manual
|
|
Performance
|
|
0-60 mph
|
5.9 Seconds
|
|
0-100 mph
|
N/A
|
|
¼ Mile
|
14.5 Seconds
|
|
Top Speed
|
147 mph
|
|
Gas Mileage
|
19 MPG City/ 26 MPG Highway
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
