← Saab 9-3 · 2002-2012 · Mk2 9-3

Saab 9-3 Mk2 9-3

Headline trim: Aero V6 2.8T — 250 bhp, 0-60 in 6.2s.

Saab 9-3 Mk2 9-3 press photo
Verdict
B
BHP
250 bhp
0–60
6.2 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
28.0 mpg
Used
£800-£8,500

Strengths

  • SportCombi estate practical
  • Aero V6 2.8 turbo soundtrack
  • Cabin Saab-cool minimalism

Weaknesses

  • Saab bankruptcy 2011 — parts
  • Cam carrier oil leak
  • Cabin plastics ageing

Notable tech

  • GM Epsilon platform (Vectra C sister)
  • Saloon and SportCombi estate, convertible
  • Saab B207 2.0 turbo, GM 2.8 V6 turbo (Aero)
  • 5MT / 6MT or 5/6 AT
  • 9-3X raised AWD variant

Common issues

  • B207 cam carrier
  • Rear bushing wear
  • SID infotainment
  • Saab parts

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across Mk2 9-3's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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1.8t 2.0 turbo
BHP150
Torque240 Nm
0–609.5 s
Top130 mph
MPG32 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox5MT / 5AT
2.0t 2.0 turbo
BHP175
Torque265 Nm
0–608.5 s
Top140 mph
MPG32 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox5MT / 5AT
2.0T 2.0 turbo
BHP210
Torque300 Nm
0–607.4 s
Top146 mph
MPG32 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT / 6AT
Aero V6 2.8T
BHP250
Torque350 Nm
0–606.2 s
Top155 mph
MPG28 mpg
DriveFWD / AWD
Gearbox6MT / 6AT
1.9 TiD 8V diesel
BHP120
Torque280 Nm
0–6011.0 s
Top124 mph
MPG52 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT
1.9 TTiD diesel
BHP180
Torque400 Nm
0–608.5 s
Top141 mph
MPG52 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT