SAAB 9-3 1998 Cabrio
Performance and seering. 2.0 Aero with Hirsch package and 250 hp literally low flying. Fantastic quiet, comfortable, although bends perfectly balanced suspension with rear wheel steering our roads is a little bit too hard (a good investment - Koni FSD shock absorbers - it puts everything in perspective). A wide range of equipment - leather interior, navigation, 6 CD changer, automatic gearbox, ...
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This generation of SAAB 9-3 has been produced from January, 1998 to November, 2003. We can provide information about 16 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.
The car is available with both manual (9 versions), as well as automatic (7 versions) gearbox.
SAAB 9-3 1998 cabrio average fuel consumption in combined cycle is from 8.8 to 11 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient SAAB 9-3 1998 cabrio version is Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo, consuming 8.8 litres of petrol per 100km.
According to user reviews, SAAB 9-3 real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific SAAB 9-3 modification.
SAAB 9-3 1998 cabrio CO2 emissions are from 224 to 253 grams per kilometer. SAAB 9-3 version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 2.0, which produces 224 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.1 seconds has Saab 9-3 Cabriolet Viggen version, conversely the tardiest one is Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 2.0 reaching this speed only in 13 seconds. The maximum top speed is 245 km/h for the 2.3 petrol 225 hp version (Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 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 Mazda 626 sedan, but 7 cm shorter than Volkswagen Passat sedan. SAAB 9-3 gross weight is from 1790 to 1860 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. SAAB 9-3 trunk space is 295 litres.
This SAAB is very cheap for its class - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 2300 €. According to user reviews, average SAAB 9-3 repair costs are 160 € per year. Users calculated SAAB 9-3 1998 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.23 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 58%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 26% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of SAAB 9-3 for your situation and driving habits here! Our review authors managed to sell their SAAB 9-3 in average time of 5 weeks. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Saab 9-3 2000 Cabriolet 2.0 T
Sep 2000 — Nov 2003 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2000 Cabriolet 2.0 T Sep 2000 — Nov 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 154 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 154 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo
Sep 2000 — Nov 2003 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 2000 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 2000 — Nov 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 1998 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1999 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Nov 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 205 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1999 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Nov 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 205 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Saab 9-3 1999 2.3 Cabriolet Viggen
Jun 1999 — Sep 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 225 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
SAAB 9-3 prices
SAAB 9-3 1998 - 2003 cabrio price in Latvia is from 1200 € to 3900 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles SAAB 9-3 price is very low - SAAB 9-3 is approximately for 47 percents cheaper then average cabrios of this age (compare cabrios 1998 - 2003 prices). Despite of relatively low price SAAB 9-3 quality is above average (see below), so this SAAB can be a good buy.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAAB 9-3 2003 price | 1200 € | 2000 € | 2500 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2001 price | 2400 € | 3000 € | 3900 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2000 price | 1700 € | 2400 € | 3700 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 1998 price | 1200 € | 1700 € | 2100 € |
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 2200 € cost per year and 0.23 € 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 12.3 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 19.4%.
SAAB 9-3 1998 cabrio features (options)
Percentage of SAAB 9-3 with corresponding feature (option)
73% Conditioning
69% Climate control
65% Leather upholstery
63% Heated seats
57% Adjustable steering wheel
55% Cruise control
49% Rain sensor
16% Electrically adjustable seats
12%
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SAAB 9-3 reviews
Total 21 SAAB 9-3 owner reviews
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 26`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 555 € (~ 555 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Performance and seering. 2.0 Aero with Hirsch package and 250 hp literally low flying. Fantastic quiet, comfortable, although bends perfectly balanced suspension with rear wheel steering our roads is a little bit too hard (a good investment - Koni FSD shock absorbers - it puts everything in perspective). A wide range of equipment - leather interior, navigation, 6 CD changer, automatic gearbox, Bi-xenon headlamps, etc. Also, as bearable SAAB trivia Night Panel, keys in middle of place won't disappear.
Cons: Aero package has hard suspension, potential gearbox defects in early models (2003 -2004.), fuel consumption