2008 Saab 9-3 Consumer Reviews

Great car, great price

Written by: burt on 10/09/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

We have had absolutely no problems with this car through the first 41K - a first for me with new cars. It is responsive, comfortable and fuel efficient. If I had to find any knock on the car it may be that it does not idle as smoothly as a BMW, Toyota or Nissan. I would buy this car again.

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Power in your seat

Written by: SAABTX on 09/08/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X 4dr Sedan AWD (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I have been a SAAB guy for 6 years now & I simply love these machines. I just bought the SAAB Turbo X only 600 out of 2,000 made it to the States & what a car. Hands down AMAZING!! I have to say the ONLY thing GM helped SAAB with was their electrical systems that are much better. And the dealer was willing to let this baby go at more then $12,000.00 off the sticker!! $32,000.00 out the door with tinted windows and front clear rock chip protection at no charge, and they went for it!! Now IS the time to buy...they are hungry. The XWD system is rock on.....I could not break this one off the road. SOLID CAR ALL AROUND!!

Favorite Features

Everything ..... but most of all.....you don't see these cars ALL over the road and this one really gets the looks. Best feature I would say is the technology that is in this car!!!!

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No wonder Saab is bankrupt

Written by: TriHill on 08/06/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

The city mileage totally stinks on this car, between 10-20 mpg. For some reason on the highway, there's a disparity jump to 30-40 mpg. Great car for road trips, but I am a city driver most of the year, so this is not a good car for that. A lot of the electronics and computer systems onboard have bugs in them. I have had to take the car in at least monthly for these annoying fixes. Customer service is poor for things that should be covered by the warranty, particularly within the first year of car ownership where most of the problems have been happening. I will tell you that the first repair service wasn't an oil change...it had to do with changing a light bulb.

Favorite Features

Fun to drive.

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage, better interior materials, more interior space, better front-end design, fix the buggy electronic-computer system onboard, add EFM, TPS, step-tronic shift, 360 degree drive camera with video mirror, garage door button, AWD/4WD, sports trim tail pipes, deflectors, better carpet.

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Excellent Car

Written by: Jim K on 08/01/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T SportCombi 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

There isn't another wagon on the market with the Saab 9-3's combination of size, comfort, performance, economy, safety and value. I also do not understand why the automotive press continually under rates Saab vehicles. Nothing from Audi, Subaru, VW, Toyota, Honda, Acura compares - look at the specs - the 9-3 has more cargo capacity than anything within $15K of the price - assuming you want to drive a car and not a truck or truck like vehicle. Reliability has been excellent - have owned two 9-3's - gave older one to my son.

Favorite Features

Cargo capacity, ride comfort, fuel economy.

Suggested Improvements

Could use better cup holders.

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Driving is fun again

Written by: double d on 07/22/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

My wife and I recently bought a still new 08 convertible for our fun car (at a very good price). The cars we drive for work are good but boring. Not so with the Saab. I'm having a blast driving it. I haven't had this much fun driving in many, many years. Always looking for an excuse to drive anywhere, especially with the top down. The car is nimble and has a nice throaty exhaust - so different from the Asian cars I've owned. Exterior styling is not as thrilling as other cars in its class but that's OK because its unique styling has a timelessness about it that should make it a pleasure to own for many years.

Favorite Features

Very clean design with the top down. Surprising, wind noise is low when the top is down. Engine is very responsive. Seats are comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

Limited trunk space with the top down. Tough when traveling. Back seat is tight for adults.

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SAAB Driven

Written by: SAAB Doyl on 07/12/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Fun to drive, mocking a BMW with the MPG of a mini cooper. 3 years service with this lease costs the owner nothing. Hope the new company purchasing SAAB keeps tradition... superior value for the buck!

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Love my Saab

Written by: skm95t on 05/18/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I've had this a week and our family loves our Saab. My 4 yr old always ask "Can we ride in the red car with the top down". The car gets pretty good gas mileage, it's quick and agile around town and on the highway. The 2.0T is more than enough power. The back seat is big enough to put our car seat in backwards, and our 4 yr old has plenty of room for many years. Adults can easily sit back there. The power roof works great. The stereo, A/C, and all the other instruments are easy to use.

Favorite Features

Big backseat; Easy to use top; sporty look and ride, but some practicality; great warranty and maintenance program; NAV.

Suggested Improvements

No bluetooth; Steering is a little loose and cheep feeling; some cheaper interior materials for a 40k car.

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Uncomfortable Seats!

Written by: NOVA SAAB 9.3 Owner on 05/12/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Maybe I just got a lemon. The seats on this otherwise wonderfully fine convertible are HORRIBLE. I really don't know what to do and I grimace every time I'm about to get into the car. Just for this reason, I recommend nobody consider this car.

Favorite Features

The top is really great. With a push of the button it all comes down.

Suggested Improvements

Better seats. Better seats. Better seats!

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Great Gas Mileage

Written by: rocky67 on 04/11/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I just purchased a 2008 Saab 9.3 2.0T. The car gets very good gas mileage.Overall, it gets 26 mpg mostly city driving. (Lots of stop/go red lights etc., speeds less than 45 mph). Straight all highway/no city you see over 33-34 mpg. Very good job Saab. My friends who have Mercedes Benz and BMW do not see good gas mileage like I do. Because most of the engines in the high-end German Luxury cars are close to 3L or 6 cylinders. My Saab has plenty of pick-up due to the turbo.

Favorite Features

Gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

Mild hybrid or auto-stop feature would be helpful. Engine shut down when car comes to a stop.

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Truly Surprised

Written by: Max Andrews on 04/11/2009

Vehicle

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

We weren't even going to stop at Saab - I'm so glad we did. Twenty years of luxury cars and convertibles, and I haven't had this much fun driving since my first Miata. Traded from a Mustang GT Convertible, and ride is 1000% smoother. Wish I'd bought one years ago.

Favorite Features

Ride quality, safety, ergonomics, fuel economy (better than sticker).

Suggested Improvements

Stereo could use some improvement, but only by a smidge, and I'm a snob.

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