SAAB 9-3 1998 Hatchback
This generation of SAAB 9-3 has been produced from January, 1998 to September, 2002. We can provide information about 18 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This SAAB is available with seven petrol engines with displacement from 2.0 to 2.3 litres and power of from 130 to 225 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 2.2 litres and power of 115 HP.
The car is available with both manual (11 versions), as well as automatic (7 versions) gearbox.
SAAB 9-3 1998 hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 8.8 to 10.8 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 6.2 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient SAAB 9-3 1998 hatchback petrol engine version is Saab 9-3 2.0 Turbo, consuming 8.8 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, SAAB 9-3 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 6 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average the same for petrol engines and +10% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific SAAB 9-3 modification.
SAAB 9-3 1998 hatchback CO2 emissions are from 217 to 253 grams per kilometer. SAAB 9-3 version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Saab 9-3 2.0, which produces 217 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.8 seconds has Saab 9-3 Viggen version, conversely the tardiest one is Saab 9-3 2.0 reaching this speed only in 13 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 2.3 petrol 225 hp version (Saab 9-3 Viggen).
Lenght of SAAB 9-3 is 463 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - SAAB 9-3 is about 2 cm longer than Opel Vectra, but 4 cm shorter than Mazda 6 hatchback. SAAB 9-3 gross weight is 1600 kg, which is about 11 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.
This SAAB is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 850 €. According to user reviews, average SAAB 9-3 repair costs are 170 € per year. Users calculated SAAB 9-3 1998 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2400 € cost per year and 0.25 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 58%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 25% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of SAAB 9-3 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about SAAB 9-3 prices and costs.
In user reviews SAAB 9-3 received average grade 7.8 (from 10) it corresponds to average rate for cars of this age. Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 80% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.
SAAB 9-3 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saab 9-3 1998 2.0
Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 T
Sep 2000 — Sep 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 T Sep 2000 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T
Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 154 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 154 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 Turbo
Sep 2000 — Sep 2002 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 Turbo Sep 2000 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Turbo Sep 1998 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1999 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 205 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1999 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 205 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1999 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 205 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD | 2.2 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Saab 9-3 1999 2.3 Viggen
Jun 1999 — Sep 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 225 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
SAAB 9-3 safety
During safety testing SAAB 9-3 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-3 is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection SAAB 9-3 got one star.
SAAB 9-3 prices
SAAB 9-3 1998 - 2002 hatchback price in Latvia is from 400 € to 1800 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles SAAB 9-3 price is below average (compare hatchbacks 1998 - 2002 prices).
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAAB 9-3 2002 price | 500 € | 1200 € | 1800 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2001 price | 700 € | 1100 € | 1700 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2000 price | 500 € | 700 € | 1000 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 1999 price | 500 € | 700 € | 1000 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 1998 price | 400 € | 600 € | 800 € |
SAAB 9-3 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own SAAB 9-3? Users calculated SAAB 9-3 1998 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2400 € cost per year and 0.25 € cost per one kilometer.
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SAAB 9-3 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service SAAB 9-3 reliability is entirely high. In the roadworthiness tests in 2010 defects were detected in an average of only 14.7 percent of SAAB 9-3 of this generation (on average 10 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 21%.
SAAB 9-3 1998 hatchback features (options)
Percentage of SAAB 9-3 with corresponding feature (option)
69% Conditioning
63% Climate control
59% Heated seats
50% Metallic paint
47% Leather upholstery
45% Cruise control
44% Electrically adjustable seats
13%
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SAAB 9-3 reviews
Total 21 SAAB 9-3 owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 19 years) | Owned for: | 7`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 15.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 700 € (~ 700 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A relatively reliable car, practically never failed. Good to go, but did better than others? Don't know if it is.
Cons: Consumption is very large. The highway at 90 cruising 8 litres are hard to get, through city very calmly drove well, if 15 is - its great. Large tax, expensive details, expensive repairs for so old, but at same time, quite a rudimentary car. Or buy again? 100% no, mostly due to fuel consumption.