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2008 Saab 9-3 consumer reviews

$28,445 starting MSRP
side view of 2008 9-3 Saab
(58 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.4
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Very reliable and easy to maintain

With a glove box so big you can get lost in int ( and is refrigerated from the AC) to great fuel economy and performance, this Saab has proved itself . With my 2005 9-3 I put 246,000 miles on it and the car was functioning very well when sold it. The market does not appreciate these Saabs, and therefore they are a tremendous value for money. There were enough imported to US that parts are not expensive nor hard to get

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • 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 Sedan I've ever owned !

This car is really spacious, awesome leather interior, perfect Bose sound system! This car is a fast car! Not like any other 4 door sedans like it! I highly recommend a Saab 9-3t. PLUS THEY ARE NOT PRICY AT ALL!

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Affordable sport sedan

The 2008 Saab 9-3 has a 2.0 liter turbo with great passing ability and gets 25 MPG. The front seats are very comfortable and the ride is smooth and quiet with a great road feel. Negatives are rear leg room and several annoying issues with minor oil leaks, intermittent door locks, rear light socket connector burn, and fuel gauge failure. These repairs can be DYI or very expensive dealer bill.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Super Sleek and Fast!

I love this car. I wish they were still being produced. It is super fast and cets great gas mileage! the inside is small but it suits me. It isn't a great choice for a man over 6 feet tall though. If you're looking for a reliable, yet sporty used vehicle, the Saab is the way to go!

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
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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terrific steering

Great long distance car. Great gas mileage. Car has many safety features. Large trunk. Seats are very comfortable. Engine very quiet. Silky smooth 5 speed manual.

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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Great european car made by Swedish engineers

This car gave me much more expectations than I really had. It's reliable and gives a great feelings of driving.

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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Great car at an affordable price!

SAABs are amazing cars. Routine maintenance will keep them on the road forever! You really can't find a safer and more reliable used car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Fast and economical

Solid engineering, quick acceleration, and yet sips fuel. Power when you want it, 35mpg on the highway when you don't. Win Win! A shame they don't make these anymore.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable transportation and desugn

This is the second Saab we have owed We traded a Saab 9-3 convertible which Was a 2005 and received a $ 6,500 trade In value better great for a 12 year old car And it was still going strong . Traded in On the 2008 9-3 everything is also great If there is one used car I have the confidence Of being a great buy it would be a Saab .I feel That the people that buy Saab are knowledgeable about the performance and service and continue buying and why not A great car!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Amazing Car For The Value

I have never had a car in my life that I have enjoyed driving more! It is such a good looking car inside and out!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • 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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