Included in this change is a model shakedown, revising trim levels, names and standard specifications. The Arc trim line is a casualty;
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| Linear now designates the base model, with mid-grade models dubbed Vector, and the performance Aero model rounding out the top. (Photo: General Motors of Canada) |
while currently available in North America as the base-model station wagon it has been discontinued, replaced instead by a Classic package. This option group includes heated seats, dark walnut accent trim and integrated fog lamps. Elsewhere, the model names stay the same: Linear now designates the base model, with mid-grade models dubbed Vector, and the performance Aero model rounding out the top.
As before, the 9-5 engine lineup relates directly to the trim level selected. Linear
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| As before, the 9-5 engine lineup relates directly to the trim level selected. (General Motors of Canada) |
models are badged 2.0t, and powered by a 185-horsepower turbo-four motor, the ethanol-powered E85 'Biofuel' turbo-four (not available in North America), or a Fiat-designed 150-hp 1.9-litre JTD turbodiesel (also not available in North America). The Vector's 2.3t motor generates 220-horsepower from its small-displacement turbo-four, while the top of the line Aero model receives a modest 10-horsepower upgrade for a total count of 260. The Holden-designed 2.8-litre twin-turbo V6 as fitted to the 9-3 Aero will not make an appearance on the 9-5 due to what would be extensive and costly re-engineering required to make the components fit.
