Standard equipment on all Saab 9-2Xs (aside from free maintenance) includes 16-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks with remote keyless entry, cruise control, a tilt steering column, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, side-impact airbags for the front seats, a cargo cover, and a single CD player. In addition to the turbocharged engine, the Saab 9-2X Aero includes quicker steering, bigger brakes, fog lights, unique wheels, a chrome exhaust tip, premium textile upholstery, leather wrapping the steering wheel and shift knob, aluminum sport pedals, metallic rings around the gauges, automatic climate control with a cabin air filter, and an in-dash CD changer with premium speakers.

Metallic paint is optional. So is an automatic transmission. A Premium package includes goodies like leather and Xenon headlights (add the CD changer and fog lights for the 9-2X Linear), while the Cold Weather package provides heated front seats, heated side mirrors, and a wiper de-icer. The Sport package is offered only on the Aero, and includes the wheel and tire upgrade along with a power sunroof. The sunroof is a stand-alone option on the Linear. Fully equipped, the Saab 9-2X can top $33,000.