2005 Saab 9-5 transmission: CVT or automatic?

No. The 2005 Saab 9-5 uses a 5-speed automatic and a 5-speed manual - none of its EPA-listed configurations has a CVT.

Key takeaways

  • 2 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2005 Saab 9-5.
  • No CVT here - use the automatic or manual transmission fluid your owner's manual specifies.
  • The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.

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2005 Saab 9-5: every EPA-listed configuration
EngineTransmissionEPA codeDrive
2.3L 4-cylinder turbo5-speed automaticAutomatic (S5)FWD
2.3L 4-cylinder turbo5-speed manualManual 5-spdFWD

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.

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