Used 2003 Saab 9-3 Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used 9-3 for sale
Too good to be true
Jessica, 09/07/2006
2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I leased this car the first year it came out (I have since been told this was a mistake) because the price was right and because it came with free maintenance for 3 years. Within the first 5 months of owning the car, it started giving me problems. My lease is up this month, and I couldn't be happier. The car is too technologically advanced for it's own good, so although it has great "extras," the electrical malfunctions are numerous. I've have problems with everything from the engine light, windows, radio and locks (they lock and unlock while I'm driving on their own) to the gear shift box, in addition to several recalls. On average, the car is in the shop every 4-6 months.
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dbrooks22, 05/08/2013
2003 Saab 9-3 Linear 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Electrical quirks aside, this car is pretty amazing. I don't think there is a better value for the money. The WORST mpg i have gotten over the past 6 months is 32.5. Best was 36.7. Great handling, leather looks new. Engine is a peach. In 5yrs when i'm done with this one, I fully intend to get the 2008 9-3.
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Saab 9-3 Vector
cheerboy23, 02/17/2004
2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is really fun to drive, very unique, and styled awesome. I love the car, but it is very unreliable. It has been in to service 8 times in the 8 months that i have owned the car. It has left me stranded multiple times and I do not trust it's reliability. The interior has aged far too quickly in the short time that I have owned it. I regret the purchase of the Saab and I wish that I could get rid of it. Other that those things, the car is great.
9-3 Vector
New2Saab, 05/19/2003
2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had it for a week. Did my homework, and so far am happy w/ my choice. The car's got great styling, power and features. JD's latest survey seemed to call out the quality of the electronics. Admittedly and as expected, the car was delivered w/ a few bugs that I need to take in to have fixed. The radio on/off sticks and the "nxt" button on the steering wheel doesn't work well. Overall, I feel the new design is strong and is positioned to be a legitimate player in the sport/premium mid-size segment.
No disappointment here!
Red Saab 9-3, 12/26/2004
2003 Saab 9-3 Vector 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great balance of above average performance,comfort,design,and fuel economy. 28-30 combined mpg with mainly hwy driving. Other than turbo lag with hard acceleration from a stop or out of a turn, nothing about my 9-3 disappoints. Substantial power,and with power heated seats,rain-sensing wipers,parking assist,dual ACC,OnStar,and wheel-mounted audio controls,the 9-3 pampers. With new Michelin Pilots, I experience a stable, quiet and responsive ride at all speeds. Brakes are exceptional, although a little touchy until you adjust to them. As far as design, it turns a few heads and you don't see yourself coming and going. When heading out with family or friends, I always say "I'll drive!".