SAAB 9-3 2002 Sedan
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 September, 2002 to September, 2007. We can provide information about 13 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This SAAB is available with four petrol engines with displacement from 1.8 to 2.0 litres and power of from 122 to 210 horsepower un three diesel engines with displacement from 1.9 to 2.0 litres and power of from 120 to 150 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (9 versions), as well as automatic (4 versions) gearbox.
SAAB 9-3 2002 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.9 to 9.5 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.8 to 7.2 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient SAAB 9-3 2002 sedan petrol engine version is Saab 9-3 1.8i, consuming 7.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient SAAB 9-3 2002 sedan diesel - Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD for 100 kilometers consumes 5.8 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, SAAB 9-3 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 7 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +7% for petrol engines and +6% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific SAAB 9-3 modification.
SAAB 9-3 2002 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 188 to 202 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 157 to 194 grams per kilometer. From SAAB 9-3 with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Saab 9-3 1.8i which produces an average of 188 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the SAAB 9-3 diesels least CO2 distributes Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD - 157 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.5 seconds has Saab 9-3 2.0 Turbo version, conversely the tardiest one is Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD reaching this speed only in 11.5 seconds. The maximum top speed is 235 km/h for the 2.0 petrol 210 hp version (Saab 9-3 2.0 Turbo) and the 2.0 petrol 210 hp version (Saab 9-3 2.0 Turbo).
Lenght of SAAB 9-3 is 464 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - SAAB 9-3 is about 5 cm longer than Audi A4 sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Mazda 6 sedan. SAAB 9-3 gross weight is from 1400 to 1600 kg (depending on modification), which is about 25 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.
This SAAB is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 1500 €. According to user reviews, average SAAB 9-3 repair costs are 250 € per year. Users calculated SAAB 9-3 2002 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2400 € cost per year and 0.18 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 59%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 24% 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. 83% 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 2003 1.8i
Nov 2003 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 122 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Saab 9-3 2004 1.9 TiD
Nov 2004 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 120 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Saab 9-3 2004 1.9 TiD
Nov 2004 — Sep 2007 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Saab 9-3 2004 1.9 TiD
Nov 2004 — Sep 2007 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Saab 9-3 2002 2.0 1.8t | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2002 2.0 1.8t | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2002 2.0t Sep 2002 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 175 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2002 2.0t | 2.0 Petrol | 175 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Turbo
Jan 2003 — Aug 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Turbo
Jan 2003 — Aug 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Turbo Jan 2003 — Aug 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2002 2.0 2.2 TiD Sep 2002 — Sep 2004 | 2.0 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 2.2 TiD Sep 2003 — Sep 2004 | 2.0 Diesel | 125 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
SAAB 9-3 safety
During safety testing SAAB 9-3 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-3 is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection SAAB 9-3 got one star.
SAAB 9-3 prices
SAAB 9-3 2002 - 2007 sedan price in Latvia is from 600 € to 3000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles SAAB 9-3 price is below average - SAAB 9-3 is approximately for 38 percents cheaper then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2002 - 2007 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 2007 price | 1600 € | 2300 € | 3000 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2005 price | 1300 € | 1500 € | 1700 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2004 price | 700 € | 1200 € | 1800 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2003 price | 600 € | 1300 € | 1800 € | |
| SAAB 9-3 2002 price | 800 € | 1300 € | 1800 € |
SAAB 9-3 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own SAAB 9-3? Users calculated SAAB 9-3 2002 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2400 € cost per year and 0.18 € 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 4.5 percent of SAAB 9-3 of this generation (on average 6 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 9.9%.
SAAB 9-3 2002 sedan features (options)
Percentage of SAAB 9-3 with corresponding feature (option)
80% Conditioning
77% Adjustable steering wheel
59% Leather upholstery
51% Metallic paint
47% Cruise control
46% Rain sensor
45% Rear parking sensors
40% Heated seats
36% Xenon headlights
30% Electrically adjustable seats
16% Navigation
14% Dimming mirrors
13%
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SAAB 9-3 reviews
Total 20 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
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 10 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (20% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 140 € (~ 140 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: I own this car for a year and only in rear brake blocks was changed. Compact, but also quite a spacious car, compared with Audi A4. Space for two child seats + one adult in back. Very quietly working petrol engine, I'm surprised for turbo engine relatively small fuel consumption. On average, its 5.9 -7.4 l / 100 km. Very good high beam lights. When I'll buy another car, this one will leave as spare family car, because it is too good to sell at a low price.
Cons: Suspension could be stronger. The original car audio system is quite average. Weak low beam lights.
| Purchase year: | 2022 (age of car 17 years) | Owned for: | 1`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 9.8 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 500 € (~ 500 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: I love the way it drives, the best feeling car I have ever driven. (I am only 17 so I have driven only handful of cars)
Cons: Pretty much all it has to offer is surprisingly good performance and handling etc. so if you try to drive economically it pretty much has nothing to offer besides nightpanel.
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 20`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1350 € (~ 1350 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A powerful, stable on road. Comfortable seats. Do not corrode.
Cons: Loud salon. Rigid suspension - feels all holes. Continuous problems with electronics - heated seats, central key airbags, parking sensors, etc
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 14 years) | Owned for: | 9`000 kilometers (0 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.2 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 35 € | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: I love my Saab 93 2.2l diesel, every Sunday I have clean my Saab and it´s looks awesome like new.
Cons: Consumation is not good
| Purchase year: | 2017 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 12`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.4 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Dynamic, fast, quiet, good maneuver. Not "greedy". Not expensive.
Cons: The negative qualities have not yet made themselves felt.
| Purchase year: | 2008 (age of car 5 years) | Owned for: | 200`000 kilometers (6 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 650 € (~ 108 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: very convenient and comfortable driving situation-specific Resumes
Cons: low
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 11 years) | Owned for: | 50`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.8 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 950 € (~ 475 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A comfortable, stable, robust
Cons: "unruly" electronics.
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 8 years) | Owned for: | 70`000 kilometers (4 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 6.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 200 € (~ 50 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Stable, durable.
Cons: The central locking system tends to freak out.
| Purchase year: | 2015 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 70`000 kilometers (1 year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 5.8 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 520 € (~ 520 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Stable on road, roomy, powerful
| Purchase year: | 2014 (age of car 12 years) | Owned for: | 15`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 710 € (~ 355 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend