6 July 2001: A new 9-5 range for model year ’02 has been announced by GM-owned Swedish carmaker Saab. With 1,265 improvements and enhancements, among the innovations is an an all-new common rail 3-litre V6 Turbo Diesel engine with 176 bhp and 350 Nm torque.

There have also been improvements to the chassis, increased power to the engine range, enhanced safety systems and subtle changes to the styling.

ICC will have full details of the new 9-5s from the Copehnagen press launch next week, as well as some indication of Irish specifications and when they'll be on sale here. BB