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Saab 9-5 generations and tyre sizes

9-5

1.Generation

1997 – 2001
Petrol110–169 kW (150–230 PS)Automatic / Manual
205/65 R15215/55 R16225/45 R17
9-5

1.Generation (1. Facelift)

2001 – 2005
Diesel, Petrol88–184 kW (120–250 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/55 R15215/55 R16225/45 R17
9-5 1.Generation (2. Facelift)

1.Generation (2. Facelift)

2005 – 2010
Diesel, Petrol, Ethanol110–220 kW (150–299 PS)Manual / Automatic
215/55 R16225/45 R17235/45 R17235/40 R18
9-5 2.Generation

2.Generation

2010 – 2011
Diesel, Petrol, Ethanol118–221 kW (160–300 PS)Automatic / Manual
225/55 R16225/55 R17245/40 R19

For the Saab 9-5 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The Saab 9-5 uses 9 tyre sizes across 4 generations. The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 excels in Snow performance while the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Saab 9-5 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Saab 9-5

Best tyres for Saab 9-5 by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for Saab 9-5

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle55%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium66%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium200%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium155%
5Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium88%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Saab 9-5?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Saab 9-5 are: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Saab 9-5?
The Saab 9-5 uses the following tyre sizes: 205/65 R15, 215/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 205/55 R15, 235/45 R17, 235/40 R18, 225/55 R16, 225/55 R17, 245/40 R19.
How many generations does the Saab 9-5 have?
The Saab 9-5 has 4 generations, from 1997 to 2010.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Saab 9-5?
For wet road performance on Saab 9-5, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for Saab 9-5?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for Saab 9-5 with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 55% of Saab 9-5 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Saab 9-5?
To choose the right tyres for Saab 9-5: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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