Compare 2005 Saab 9-3 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $26,850 | $26,395 | $44,600 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $25,330 | $24,847 | $40,765 |
| Destination | $720 | $695 | $695 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Manual | Dual Zone Automatic | Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | N/A | Front |
| Ashtray | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Overhead Console | N/A | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | N/A |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Front And Rear | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Power | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Fixed | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Split-bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | Standard | With Pass-thru |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| Rear Childseat | N/A | 2 | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Premium Cloth | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 7 | 6 | 11 Harman/kardon |
| Amplifier | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | SIPS Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Optional | N/A | BMW Assist |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Power Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto Off | N/A | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| LED Taillights | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (120 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (96 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | Saab New Car Warranty 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 120 Months/unlimited Miles | 96 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid And Roof Mount | Integrated Roof | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Black | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Rear | Front And Rear | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 2 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Power Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| Convertible Top | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Convertible Hardtop | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | N/A |
| Front Tires | P215/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/50VR17.0 BSW AS |
| Tires - Rear | N/A | N/A | 245/40ZR10 |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.5L I-5 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | N/A |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Regular | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Regular | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | DSTC | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Optional | Optional | STEPTRONIC |
| Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.05 | 3.77 | 3.07 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 182.5 " | 175.9 " | 176.7 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 69.0 " | 69.7 " | 69.2 " |
| Exterior Height | 56.8 " | 57.2 " | 54.0 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 2.5L I-5 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Horsepower | 175 @ 5,500 Rpm | 218 @ 5,000 Rpm | 225 @ 5,900 Rpm |
| Torque | 195 @ 2,500 Rpm | 236 @ 1,500 Rpm | 214 @ 3,500 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 22 Mpg | 21 Mpg | 19 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 30 Mpg | 29 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.9 Seconds | 7.5 Seconds | 7.4 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.4 Seconds | 15.5 Seconds | 15.9 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 85 Mph | 89 Mph | 89 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 60 Mph | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.39/3.39 " | 3.27/3.67 " | 3.31/3.53 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,280 Lbs. | 3,225 Lbs. | 3,616 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,450 Lbs. | N/A | 4,497 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | 992 Lbs. | 882 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,000 Lbs. | 2,000 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 " | 103.9 " | 107.3 " |
| Front Track | 59.8 " | 60.4 " | 57.9 " |
| Rear Track | 59.3 " | 60.3 " | 58.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.7 '' | 17.5 '' | 17.2 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .28 | .31 | .35 |
| Front Legroom | 42.3 " | 41.6 " | 41.7 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.1 " | 34.4 " | 32.0 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.9 " | 38.9 " | 38.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.0 " | 37.2 " | 36.4 " |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 53.7 " | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 50.7 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 56.3 " | 55.2 " | 54.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.1 " | 54.1 " | 45.9 " |
| Luggage Volume | 14.8 Cu.ft. | 14.3 Cu.ft. | 10.6 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 14.8 Cu.ft. | N/A | 10.6 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 90 Cu.ft. | 92 Cu.ft. | 80 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 16.4 Gal. | 16.3 Gal. | 16.6 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | N/A | 4 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Chest | N/A | good | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | good | N/A |
| Restraints | N/A | good | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | good | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | good | N/A |
| Head/Neck | N/A | good | N/A |
| Overall Front | N/A | good | N/A |
