1998-2003 9-3 OverviewSaab 9-3 Overview (1998 - 2003)
1998 - 2003
Tech Specs Summary
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- 124 - 155 mph
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- 6.8 - 11.0 seconds
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- 113 - 227 BHP
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- 29.4 - 45.6 mpg
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- 1,370 - 1,560 kg
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- 494 - 1,314 L (Hatchback)
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- 295 - 378 L (Convertible)
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- 494 - 1,314 L (Coupé)
This generation of the Saab 9-3 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Saab between 1998 - 2003. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a hatchback, convertible or coupé. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 113 BHP 2.2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 227 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 9-3 is the Saab 9-3 Coupé Viggen which scores 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 227 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 163 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Saab 9-3 Coupé 2.0t is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 444 miles and can store 494-1,314 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,200 kg.
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