2010 Saab 9-3 consumer reviews

This is the first Saab I have owned. Previously drove mostly German brands (audi, porsche, bmw). I am so pleased with the total product of this convertible that I wish I had made the switch years ago - would have spared myself much money and anguish. The driveability is very good - doesn't hug the road quite like bmw, but I grew tired of having to give my arms a workout everytime I drove the bmw anyhow. Great job Saab! Hope it continues.

Great value for your money. A car that drives below the radar when shoppers are looking for a great car, at a great value. The 4cy really moves with turbo, it?s enough for my commute. I have always owned German or Japan made vehicles. I had a BMW318is 92 that I gave to my father with 320000 miles, yes 320k, which the Saab replaced. The Saab 9-3 has a lot of hills to climb before reaching the 320k miles. Base on my research of the many cars I drove within $$25k to $$35k. This was the first car that said, (take me home) test drove this Saab 9-3 and pick it up within a week. I was very surprise, especially when is assemble with GMC parts, except the transmission and the engine, thought.

This is my first Saab and judging from my experience so far it definetly won't be my last!! It is THE most comfortable car I have ever owned! It's so much fun to drive and it has everything I am looking for in terms of features and options. The only option my car does not have is the navigation package. Pros: *Comfort *performance *Handling *Saabs XWD system is excellent in bad weather! *Lots of features included in the Aero model. Cons: *Sticker price *position of MP3 input *lack of leg room in rear seat *Doors do not automaticly lock when car is placed in drive. *Cruise control lever is in an awkward place on the end of the turn signal making it difficult to use without accidently using the turn signal. I also considered the Audi A4, Volvo S60 & Infinity G series. I made the right choice in my opinion!!

My 2010 9-3 XWD replaced my 1999 Saab 9-5 SE that was sold with 117k miles on it and still looking new. The 9-3 is comfortable, stylish and fun to drive, of course, it's a Saab. It turns heads all the time, the LED lights over the headlights are attention getters. The real bonus in this car is the cross-wheel drive. It helps with stability in bad weather but is tons of fun in good weather. The car drives and handles like a rear wheel drive sports sedan. I love nothing more than driving with the sunroof open, hugging corners and hearing the throaty dual exhaust. I see very few 9-3s with this body style and my local Saab dealer, the only one in the entire state, that only limited numbers were brought in and sold for 2010. Guess lots of folks missed out on this value-packed and priced little gem! There's always 2011...

0-60 in 6.6 seconds (manual 2.0T) AND 33MPG on Highway?!! Enjoy the silence of your Prius while I blow by you with a smile on my face and no guilt on my mind.

I love the overall driving experience in a Saab. The seats are firm, yet comfortable. Acceleration is smooth as the Saab turbo is the best in the world - it will 'put you in your seat' when you step on the gas. It does not have the typical turbo lag of other 4 cyl sedans. The 2.0T gets excellent gas mileage for a sedan this size, once again, thanks to the world's most refined turbo. Typically, you would have to move to a 6 cyl engine with less acceleration and decreased gas mileage if you were to buy an American made sedan with similar dimensions. I have owned 2 Saab 93's. They have greatly improved the fit and finish with some simple refinements that reduce interior road noise in 2010. The current Saab 93's have improved suspension too which is evident when driving in the rear seat (something the car was previously criticized for). I have heard that 70% of all Saab buyers are repeat customers. That says a heck of a lot about the experience of owning a Saab. Mine have proven to be very reliable, and cheaper to own than my family's Acura over the same time period (2006-2010). The maintenance costs have been minimal, which is surprising in a European import. Also, the insurance is very low primarily due to the safety record of Saab. These cars are built in Sweden to handle the most demanding conditions possible, including additional safety features as they have to pass "the moose test." Yes, that is what you think it is. Drive one, you'll buy one. Then another, then another...

Very simply put the best car for the money. safe,reliable,economical and best of all it's a saab!!!!!

This is my 5th Saab, need i say more. Saab builds their automobiles to last due to the treaturous conditions in Sweeden, I.E. front wheel drive for the snow and rain.