Snapshot
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EPA Fuel Economy:
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City:
17
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22
Highway:
27
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31
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Available Engines:
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210-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
250-hp, 2.8-liter V-6 (premium)
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| Available Transmissions: |
5-speed automatic w/auto-manual
5-speed manual w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed manual w/OD
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New or Notable
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 What We Like
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 What We Don't
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| • | Available 250-hp turbocharged V-6 | | • | Sedan, convertible and wagon body styles | | • | Manual or automatic | | • | FWD layout |
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| + | Maneuverability | | + | Ride comfort | | + | Handling | | + | Stability | | + | Manual-shift operation | | + | Construction quality |
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| - | Confusing radio controls | | - | Snug backseat | | - | Price | | - | Slight turbo lag when Aero is pushed hard |
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Vehicle Summary
Saab's compact 9-3 comes in sedan, convertible and SportCombi wagon body styles, the latter debuting for 2006. Linear and Arc trim levels have been merged into a single base model, while upscale Aero models are retained for 2006. A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a turbocharged 2.8-liter V-6 are available.
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