Verdict
A
← Saab 9-3 Turbo X · 2008-2008 · Mk1
Saab 9-3 Turbo X Mk1
Headline trim: 2.8 V6 turbo XWD — 276 bhp, 0-60 in 5.5s.
BHP
276 bhp
0–60
5.5 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
23 mpg (US)
Used
$11,000-$23,000
Strengths
- Saab XWD with electronic LSD
- Limited 500 UK cars only
- Cult appreciating fast
Weaknesses
- Saab bankruptcy 2011 — parts
- Rear LSD reliability
- One-year-only run
Notable tech
- GM Epsilon platform (9-3 Mk2-derived)
- Saloon and SportCombi estate
- GM 2.8 V6 turbo (LP9)
- Saab Cross-Wheel-Drive (XWD) AWD with rear eLSD
- 6MT or 6AT
- All cars jet-black with copper accents
Common issues
- Saab parts thin
- Rear eLSD failure
- XWD Haldex pump
- Cam carrier oil leak
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk1's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
2.8 V6 turbo XWD
BHP276
Torque400 Nm
0–605.5 s
Top155 mph
MPG (US)23 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6MT / 6AT