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2003 Saab 9-3 consumer reviews

$25,995 starting MSRP
side view of 2003 9-3 Saab
(48 reviews)
81% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.0
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Fun I'll car

I really like my car.. It's nowhere near Volvo but I like it. It is a average good car. The only issue I have with is the key placement and the cup holder. It is the most awful cup holder in the planet. It is absolutely useless. Other than that the car is fun and really nice to look at. I love the turbo engine it really shoots out the speed when needed. I give this car 3.5 stars out of 5. And would I recommend it? It is great for the price and for the kind of car it is. It is equipped with features better than what our standard new cars come with.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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lowest mileage available

This car has been rarely used. 43,000 miles since 2003. Immacualte condition with On Star. Great for the beach or just getting away

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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best overall car

I love my 03 saab conv...I have owned about 8 Saabs, different styles and years. I've loved everyone, great in the winter and fun to drive

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable Car I've owned

My recently purchased 2003 Black Saab 93 is by far the best car I have ever owned. It is in excellent condition, both interior and exterior. It runs smoothly and efficiently. I am completely satisfied with my purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Worst car I've ever owned

Purchased this car used in 2006. Loved the turbo, super smooth ride, and extra comforts with this lower end luxury car. Drove great in snow and no complaints about the heated seats. Experienced major electrical issues which were going to cost over $3,500 to repair a simple amplifier. This later affected door locks, windows and digital display. Local Saab dealership was worthless and so expensive. Alternator and transmission went out with no prior issues at 115k miles. Will never own a Saab again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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love-hate relationship

I have 95,000 miles on my 9-3. After replacing the transmission twice (yes, I'm on my third), the car finally drives great. There were significant problems with the tranny that they couldn't figure out until about 65,000 miles. Since then, I've been very happy with the car. It has been reasonably reliable, drives great, and is comfortable in the front and back seats.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does not recommend this car
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LOVE IT

Ive owned this car for many years now, loves every minute of it. Its a joy to walk up to this car everytime i do. I get that warm fuzzy feeling that this car is MINE! From the moment you open the door you are adorned in Luxury from the Plush Leather interior to the fabulous sound system and the always great sunroof!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car!

Wouldn't drive anything else. My saab has been reliable in all sorts of weather and just as strong on long road trips as on my daily commute.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Saab Ever

Fast Reliable, Yes ti is more expensive to repair. But it needs repair less than the average car so it costs less over the average.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Looks are not everythin

The 03 CV is an 02 Platform in an 03 Skin, it has the 02's Old Style engine, you can't upgrade the sound system and the Onstar system is now obsolete. If you can get a great deal used it's worth it for a son or daughter... too many are overpriced.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
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