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What Edmunds Says
Roomy and fun to drive, the 9-3 is a solid buy among entry-level luxury cars. Just don't expect the razor-sharp reflexes and highly refined interiors of its German and Japanese competitors.
Pros
Balanced ride and handling characteristics, frugal yet powerful engines, generous passenger room, class-leading trunk space.
Cons
Some turbo lag at lower speeds, interior lacks upscale look, not as vaultlike as some of its European competitors, front-wheel drive a disadvantage against rear-wheel-drive competitors for performance fans.
Available 9-3 Sedan Models
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View photosLinear
- 2.0L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 20 cty/30 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
Arc
- 2.0L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 19 cty/28 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
Aero
- 2.0L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 18 cty/25 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
Available 9-3 Convertible Models
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Arc
- 2.0L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 19 cty/27 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
Aero
- 2.0L 4-cyl. engine
- Manual transmission
- Up to 18 cty/28 hwy mpg
- Side/Curtain Airbags
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
What's New for 2004
For 2004, the 9-3 convertible has been given the same full makeover the sedan received last year. The convertible is available in Arc and Aero models and equipped only with the 210-horsepower engine. The highline Vector sedan has been renamed the Aero, and the midlevel Arc sedan now comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission, rather than a six-speed. Bi-xenon headlights are a stand-alone extra on all 9-3s, while rear parking assist is now available as a non-package option on the sedan. The Sport Wheel Package for the Linear and Arc now includes a tire-pressure monitor.
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