| GM's sale of Saab has some wondering what would | | | | navigation system, high end audio system with a hard |
| become of certain Saab vehicles already in the | | | | drive device along with all of the latest safety features |
| planning pipeline. A newly updated 9-5 line is a go, but | | | | customers demand will be offered. In addition, a cargo |
| what about a product that won't be out until late in the | | | | management u-rail system, OnStar, Bluetooth capability |
| 2010 calendar year - Saab's 2011 9-4X crossover? | | | | and a theft-deterrent alarm system will be standard |
| Well, according to Saab that vehicle will hit the market | | | | across the Saab 9-4X line. |
| as planned and on schedule too. | | | | Battling Stiff European Competition |
| The Saab 9-4X is a product much needed by the | | | | The Saab 9-4X will be up against stiff competition |
| Swedish automaker as it repositions itself as a | | | | when it debuts. The Volvo XC60 occupies the same |
| distinctly unique brand. The manufacturer's earlier foray | | | | segment and offers a long list of safety features |
| into the world of SUVs was a failure as the current | | | | including City Safety where the crossover is able to |
| 9-7X is based on an aged GM truck platform Saab | | | | automatically come to a complete stop when it |
| shares with Chevrolet and other US brands. The | | | | "senses" that it is about to hit the car in front of it. |
| upcoming 9-4X and the recently released Cadillac | | | | Saab doesn't have a similar safety feature to offer |
| SRX utilize a modified version of GM's Theta platform. | | | | buyers, instead it will be relying on its competitive price |
| Gas And Diesel Powerplants Offered | | | | point to help it battle Volvo, Audi, Volkswagen, BMW |
| Engine choices haven't been finalized but the new | | | | and Mercedes for customers. Expect the front wheel |
| Saab will offer both gasoline and diesel powerplants. | | | | drive Saab 9-4X to retail in the low 30s with the all |
| The latter engine choice will enable the 9-4X to | | | | wheel drive version priced from the mid 30s. |
| compete all across Europe where gas-diesel sales are | | | | Even well before the Saab 9-4X is released, its new |
| evenly divided. No word yet if the Mexican built | | | | owners will need to develop a comprehensive |
| crossover will offer a diesel option for its North | | | | strategy to ensure that Saab remains a viable player |
| America dealers as American and Canadian customer | | | | for many years to come. Hybrid and alternative fuel |
| demand for these types of engines remains quite low. | | | | technology are options for Saab as are alliances with |
| The five passenger Saab 9-4X will be offered in both | | | | GM, Opel and others to help the Swedish automaker |
| front and all wheel drive variations. Leather and | | | | offer an expanded line up in order to maintain a viable |
| chrome treatments will be found throughout the cabin | | | | market presence for the long term. |
| with dual zone air conditioning, voice recognition | | | | |