Compare 2009 Saab 9-3 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $51,330 | $30,950 | $39,800 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $48,917 | $29,093 | $37,412 |
| Destination | $775 | $825 | $825 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Clock | In-dash | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Lighter Elements | N/A | N/A | Front |
| Ashtray | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| 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 And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | N/A | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Leather | Leather |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 4 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Fixed | Fixed |
| 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 | Driver | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Seats | Bench | 60-40 Bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | With Pass-thru | With Pass-thru |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather | Cloth/leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Amplifier | Premium | N/A | Standard |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | Graphic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| 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 | SIPS Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar Safe & Sound | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | N/A | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low Beam | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto Off | Auto Off | N/A |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Ultrasonic | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | 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 (144 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/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 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 | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Window Grid | Fixed |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Door Count | 2 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 | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | N/A | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| Convertible Top | Power | N/A | Power |
| Convertible Hardtop | N/A | N/A | Retractable |
| Convertible Roof Glass Rear Window | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Spoiler | Lip | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P235/45VR17.0 BSW AS | P235/45VR17.0 BSW Performance AS | P235/45VR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 17" 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 | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.8L V-6 | 2.5L I-5 | 2.5L I-5 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo |
| 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 | Front-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Regular | Regular |
| 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 | Regular |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | DSTC | DSTC |
| Sequential Shift Control | Sentronic | Geartronic | Geartronic |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 5-spd | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.20 | 2.27 | 3.77 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 182.9 " | 181.2 " | 180.4 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 69.3 " | 71.0 " | 72.3 " |
| Exterior Height | 56.6 " | 56.2 " | 55.1 " |
| Engine | 2.8L V-6 | 2.5L I-5 | 2.5L I-5 |
| Horsepower | 280 @ 5,000 Rpm | 208 @ 5,000 Rpm | 227 @ 5,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 295 @ 1,900 Rpm | 236 @ 1,500 Rpm | 236 @ 1,500 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 15 Mpg | 19 Mpg | 18 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 24 Mpg | 28 Mpg | 27 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.5 Seconds | 7.6 Seconds | 7.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 14.8 Seconds | 16.0 Seconds | 15.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 92 Mph | 86 Mph | 89 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 62 Mph | 59 Mph | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.50/2.94 " | 3.27/3.67 " | 3.27/3.67 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,700 Lbs. | 3,523 Lbs. | 3,627 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,560 Lbs. | N/A | 4,555 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | 937 Lbs. | N/A |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,000 Lbs. | 3,300 Lbs. | 2,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 " | 106.9 " | 103.9 " |
| Front Track | 60.0 " | 61.5 " | 61.0 " |
| Rear Track | 59.3 " | 60.7 " | 61.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.5 '' | 19.4 '' | 19.4 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .34 | .28 | .31 |
| Front Legroom | 41.4 " | 42.3 " | 42.3 " |
| Rear Legroom | 32.3 " | 31.4 " | 33.9 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.1 " | 38.9 " | 38.2 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.0 " | 37.9 " | 36.4 " |
| Front Hip Room | N/A | 55.0 " | 53.1 " |
| Rear Hip Room | N/A | 54.6 " | 41.5 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 " | 56.2 " | 53.6 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 44.7 " | 55.5 " | 47.0 " |
| Luggage Volume | 12.4 Cu.ft. | 13.9 Cu.ft. | 12.8 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 12.4 Cu.ft. | 36.5 Cu.ft. | 12.8 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 82 Cu.ft. | 94 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 16.1 Gal. | 18.0 Gal. | 15.9 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Driver's | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 4 | 5 | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 5 | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | N/A |
| Chest | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Torso | good | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Overall Front | good | good | N/A |
| Overall Side | good | acceptable | N/A |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | N/A |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | N/A |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | N/A |
| Restraints | good | good | N/A |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | marginal | N/A |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | N/A |
| Head/Neck | good | good | N/A |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | N/A |
