2002-2011 9-3 OverviewSaab 9-3 Overview (2002 - 2011)
2002 - 2011
Tech Specs Summary
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- 121 - 162 mph
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- 5.7 - 11.5 seconds
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- 89 - 276 hp
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- 21.4 - 42.8 mpg
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- 3,175 - 3,880 lbs
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- 15 - 16.3 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 11.5 - 12.4 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 14.8 - 47 ft3 (Wagon)
This generation of the Saab 9-3 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Saab between 2002 - 2011. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a sedan, convertible or wagon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 89 hp 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 276 hp 2.8 L V6 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 9-3 is the Saab 9-3 SportLimousine 2.8 Turbo V6 Aer which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 271 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.05 lb/hp it has a top speed of 162 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Saab 9-3X SportWagon 1.9 TTiD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 655 miles and can store 16.8-47 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
