[Spied Shots] 2010 Saab 9-4X
The Saab 9-4X was undergoing testing and the spy photographers have captured the first images of it. From the spy shots photo of the looks of the prototype, the roa-going version won’t deviate too much from the show car.
The 9-4X is being developed under the codename GMT168 and should come to market by the 2010 model year. The good news is the Saab 9-4X will be sold worldwide.
The 9-4X is essentially Saab’s first true crossover SUV. It will compete with the Volvo XC90 and other European midsize crossovers. The vehicle will replace the Swedish automaker’s 9-7X, which has been on the market since 2005. The 9-7X rides on the GMT 360 truck chassis, which also underpins the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy. All the GMT 360 vehicles are expected to be discontinued by 2009.
Saab boss Jan Ake Jonsson said the 9-4X will get GM’s new diesel engine co-developed with VM Motori, which puts out 250 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque. Jonsson also said that both models will be made in Mexico and will be exported to the U.S. and Europe. Engine choices will include a range of gasoline powerplants as well as the aforementioned diesel.
The 9-4X is also slated to be equipped with Saab’s XWD all-wheel drive system.
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