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We have not yet seen the fruits of the new Saab now that its independence and stop living in oblivion was GM, but the current owner of the Swedish, Spyker, is clear that there is potential to go on too long. Among the key models for that promising future is the 9-5 SportCombi , a family can of course show off your style and beauty. In countries like Germany, Italy and Sweden, the wagon body styles are really important, and up to 70% of total sales on the specific. Therefore the arrival of the 9-5 Wagon can make a success now that we've seen that beautiful, flowing lines and high capacity are not mutually exclusive. Regarding the sedan, the amendments have sat so well that one could almost say that it is more aesthetic and beautiful.

Saab PhoeniX is a crucial concept for the Swedes, perhaps, they have confidence in Jason Castriota, responsible for the types of vehicles as the Ferrari P4 / 5 by Pininfarina and Bertone Mantide. Saab PhoeniX a futuristic hatchback, showing the new "Aeromotional" design language of Saab. Swedes describe it as "a visual evocation of aerodynamic design principles and passion for innovation that inspired the founders of the first car of Saab, cult Ursaab". The concept used for opening up doors "type of gull, behind which lies an equally futuristic interior with 2 +2 seating. Saab PhoeniX is powered by four wholly aluminum turbo engine volume 1.6-liter that generates 200 hp He is responsible for debates bridge and rear wheels rely on electric power to 34 hp So Saab PhoeniX has power to all four wheels (eXWD), without using any mechanical connection between the two bridges. The car is equipped with start / stop system and regenerative braking energy. F...

Saab released official pictures of the 9-3 Griffin, which will replace the familiar Sport Sedan, SportCombi, Convertible and 9-3X . The car will be officially presented in Geneva, and will be available in two versions - standard and Aero. Saab 9-3 Griffin features a new front bumper and front lights, inspired by the new 9-5. Inside are available new materials and components with metallic luster. Changes there in the engines. Under the hood of 9-3 Griffin worked gasoline 2.0-liter supercharged engine and two levels of power - 163 hp and 220 hp The engines offer more power, compared with those they replace, while demonstrating lower fuel consumption and lower levels of harmful emissions (around 4%). TTiD diesel engine provides three power levels - 130.160 and 180 hp, the most economical, which delivers an average fuel consumption of 4.5 liters per 100 kilometers and emissions under 119 g / km. All engines are equipped as standard with six-speed manual or six-speed automat...

The next February 23 will be a year from that Saab would be free of GM empire and its current owner, Spyker Cars, has decided to celebrate with the introduction in some markets in a limited series called "Independence Edition. " At the moment we do not know all the details of the series, but you can see on the net some images of this version of the 9-3 Convertible. Among other things, features a two-tone leather upholstery, alloy wheels, large exterior painting, specifically in "Sunset Red", unique instrumentation and other small details. They go on sale 366 units, ie, a number that coincides with the days leading operating as an independent company.

The 9-5 scored a small break with other models in its style and its new vintage, the 9-3 will be entitled to a little facelift to approach it (a little). Nothing too revolutionary to predict as the most important innovation, a more massive grille visible on this copy red picture taken in its production unit just before the current model in the catalog. The only visible cliché is currently not very explicit, but let us hope to have more news soon that if restyled Saab 9-3 has actually show next March in Geneva.

This version of the Saab renewal will have its world premiere in the upcoming Geneva Motor Show in early March. While his presentation had been announced for this afternoon , it was not until a few extra hours to explore this unique official photo available yet. A photo, however, sufficiently eloquent to realize that the SportCombi seems to be an aesthetic success. Orders will be open from March when the first deliveries will take place from September to the declination which reproduce the basic features of the sedan.

The fact that the Swedes want to send a crisp, compact SUV from BMW X3 and Audi Q5 in the ring was no longer a secret anymore - after all, were the first studies were built in cooperation with GM. Saab now moves to Los Angeles Auto Show 2010 the cloth from the new four-wheel drive. The result is impressive: The 9-4X is a sporty crossover with beefy front, flared wheel arches and a slightly sloping coupe-like roof line, which is somewhat reminiscent of the smaller Range Rover Evoque . The basic version runs in front with 18-inch models, the flagship Aero with aluminum wheels with 20 inch thick on the right. Sporty it is also under the hood of the new Saab: Even the front-wheel drive entry-level version (optional all-wheel) makes 265 hp. The three-liter suction with 302 Nm of torque, the SUV accelerates to 100 km in nine seconds The 300-hp 2.8-liter turbo (400 Nm) is required for the standard sprint even just 8.3 seconds. Of diesel engines is still no question - but made his debut th...

It finally arrived this SUV that saabistes expect so much and he will rush to buy in 2011 (from August 2011 in Europe). an SUV which very closely the lines of X 9-4 Biopower concept car of 2008. An SUV-looking solid (although a little mass) but not unpleasant to look at including the back which is pretty nice even if we would have wished a better integrated tailgate spoiler, we appreciate the taillights and two outputs exhaust boost the speed of the vehicle. To the front, there is the visual signature Saab adapted to an SUV. The X will be 9-4 in the first (and only?) Time, available in two versions, both engines and transmission. We therefore Sliding the 9-4X with a base 3.0-liter V6 engine that develops 265 hp at 6950 rpm with a torque of 302 Nm at 5200 trs. This direct injection engine promises a Vmax of 210 km / h, a 0 to 100 km / h in 9.0 seconds and is available in 2 wheel drive or optional XWD transmission. The version equipped with the 2.8 L V6 Turbo delivers 300 horsepower at 5...

And with more dramatic styling than previous Saab, the next 9-3, a new electric four-wheel-drive system. Developed with engineering specialist American Axle, it provides as much as 10 percent better than front-wheel drive versions of the economy 9-3. Sources say the new 9-3 just under 4.7 million long and slightly wider than the current 9-3. At least one version of the car will be from the UK-built 200 hp, 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with the Mini Countryman used supplies. Saab and BMW, gave the deal the day before this year's Paris show. Saab would also cancel a supply deal for new diesel engines, but company sources are not drawn on the likely source, saying only that "both parties are open to exploring further opportunities in the context of this relationship in the future."

The Saab 9-4X was nearly a Arles. This SUV Swedish repeatedly delayed because of a troubled situation, finally makes its nest and turns through two photos ... informal. Because yes, it has not been formally presented. It will be shown a preview before the exhibition in Los Angeles in early November. We discovered today some differences with the lean concept herald Saab 9-4X Biopower January 2008. Yes already. They reside in the design of the rear bumper and the size of the lower air intakes. Otherwise copy it. The cabin is close to the Saab 9-5 sedan by the privileged attending a private presentation.

At the upcoming Paris Motor Show will be the world premiere of the updated sedan, Saab 9-3 , reports the publication AutoWeek. The car was upgraded design of the exterior, including a slightly modified headlamps and taillights, a different front and rear bumpers, as well as a new line of rims. In addition, has been improved aerodynamics of the car, in line adds two new exterior colors. The saloon is expected to change the materials and finishes on the dashboard indicator appears, prompting the driver to the optimum in terms of cost time to switch gears. The main change in the line of engines - the upgraded 1.9-liter unit, which is now available in three capacities - 130, 160 and 180 horsepower. In the first two cases of motor output increased by 10 horsepower, and in the latter - to 20 horsepower. In this case, specify how the "Saab", these units were 12 percent more economical, and the level of CO2 emissions the most powerful option now is 119 grams per kilometer. The compan...

The official website of the Motor Show in Los Angeles confirmed that there will be eagerly awaited world premiere of a new crossover Saab 9-4X. In this year's Motor Show in Los Angeles, where there are two dozen world premieres of new models will be from 9 to 28 November. Production version of the Saab crossover has retained the main features of the concept of 9-4X BioPower, presented in 2008 at Detroit Motor Show (photos). The compact crossover was developed further when Saab was part of the group GM. It will be done on the GM Theta platform and is quite common parts Cadillac SRX. Like their American "relative", Saab 9-4X will be built in GM's plant in Ramos Arizpe in Mexico. Still no official information about the new engine Saab, predicted, however, that base will be two-liter turbocharged gasoline, but will offer a version with V6. Sales of the new Saab 9-4X will begin in the first half of next year.

Finally, the Saab company has focused its attention on its core mission, production of cars, and the first news of this series was the official confirmation that this year will be presented a new crossover Saab 9-4X. Mass production Saab 9-4X is still doubtful, since in 2008 the concept was presented BioPower, more than any official information about the development of the project have been reported. Saab said nothing more than paying attention to their financial issues and their solutions. Parts Saab 9-4X has not been announced, but most likely a crossover will be staffed by a 2.5-liter V-6 turbo, which is capable of producing 300 hp at 5300 rpm, when equipped with an automatic six-speed transmission. Subsequently, the likely emergence and four-option volume of 2.0 liters. and a capacity of about 220 hp

British press has made public details of its next-generation Saab 93 models will be introduced on the auto market in 2012. New Saab 93 is expected to be built on a new platform and will become a competitor to Audi A3, and in terms of diesel, the British press speculated that the new Saab 93 in 2012 will have a BMW 1.6-liter 184 horsepower , or a 1.6 liter engine with 112 horsepower used in the MINI Countryman. The new Saab 93 in 2012 will be equipped with a limited-slip differential and new system XWD (Cross Wheel Drive), and its starting price will be around 18,000 GBP.