How much does it cost to repair turbo in 2002 Saab 9 5 SE?

Because it is a GM-adapted six cylinder, it costs more than the Saab 4 cylinder engines to repair the turbo. Depending upon the option selected, at an independent repair shop specializing in Saabs, the cost will run from about $1,700 for a rebuilt unit (and may take a couple of weeks waiting for the turnaround on the rebuild) to about $3,000 for an OEM unit. I have three 9-5 models (2001 SE; 2002 and 2003 Arcs) all with the V-6, and as long as the car is still in good shape, I'd generally recommend the cost of the repair but obviously that's a personal choice. Also depends on the quality and trust you have in the repair shop. To find a good repair shop in your area, consider using the Car Talk website. Takes some work/time to read through the comments, but it's worth it to find the right place. http://www.cartalk.com/index.html (Small box lower left - "Find a great mechanic" based on your zip code.