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2003 Saab 9-3 Near Luxury Compact Sports Sedan
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In Conclusion
The 9-3 is the first of many new vehicles Saab will build on the new platform. Shortly we will test the new 9-3 Cabriolet (convertible), a vehicle with traditionally great appeal to women. It is the best selling cabriolet in Europe. Saab has plans for a crossover vehicle built on the platform as well.
If you are considering a BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C Class, Audi A4, Lexus IS or ES 300, Jaguar X type, Volvo S40 or the Infiniti G35, take the time to test drive a Saab 9-3 sedan. It is an excellent alternative that nearly matches the performance of many, much more expensive, sport sedans, and in some cases, exceeds them.
Editors' Ratings
Pros: Great looks, great handling, great price for a european sports sedan
Cons: Needs more power and a little better finish on the inside
Ratings (1-10)
- Style: 8
- Performance: 7
- Price: 8
- Handling: 8
- Ride: 8
- Comfort: 8
- Quality: 8
- Overall: 7.85
More Data
Where Built: Trollhatten, Sweden
Major Options: On Star, 5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability, Power sunroof
Seating: 5
Number of Rows: 2
Crash Test Ratings:
- NHTSA Frontal Impact/Driver Crash Test Rating: Not Yet Tested
- NHTSA Frontal Impact/Passenger Crash Test Rating: Not Yet Tested
- NHTSA Side Impact/Front Seat Crash Test Rating: Not Yet Tested
- NHTSA Side Impact/Rear Seat Crash Test Rating: Not Yet Tested
- NHTSA Rollover Resistance Rating: Not Yet Tested
- IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test: Not Yet Tested
Length in Inches: 182.5
Warrantees: 4 years/50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 10 year/unlimited miles corrosion protection, 4 years/50,000 miles free Roadside Assistance, 3 years/36,000 free scheduled maintenance.
Weight in Pounds: 3,175-3,285
Cargo Capacity in Pounds: Not Available
Gross Maximum Vehicle Weight in Pounds: 4,340-4,450
Towing Capacity in Pounds: Not Available
Gas Tank Capacity in Gallons: 16.4
Destination Charge: $675
