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Used 2009 Saab 9-3 Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Perfect for a tall person

ChemE, 10/30/2008
2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T SportCombi 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I am 6'6" and the Saab fits me like a glove. I've had the car 3 months now and it's still a joy every time I drive it. The last tank of gas I got 30.5 MPG with a little bit of spirited driving (~80% HWY). The 6 speed manual lets you cruise at highway speeds without the turbo (or loss in fuel economy).

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Car

slosh64, 01/18/2010
2009 Saab 9-3 Comfort 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Just purchased a new 2009 9-3 Comfort loaded. Xenon, tiptronic, sun roof, bluetooth, heated seats,... Sticker was $38k, paid $22k. I'm amazed by this car! it's fast, fun to drive, comfortable, quiet, and I'm getting 32 MPG on my 100 mile per day commute. If GM does the right thing and sells the brand I WILL buy another one. We've been a Volvo family for years but this Saab blows Volvo away (we've owned 5 Volvo's)

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5 out of 5 stars

Great little car

ron, 08/06/2010
2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X SportCombi 4dr Wagon AWD (2.8L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The 2008 Sport Combi is the 6th Saab I have owned and I have never had a bad one yet. Do they have some weird features? You bet but do those weird features make sense. Yep. I just drove the 08 9-3 476 miles yesterday in 100 degree heat with the Cruise set at 78 mph and the car averaged over 32 mpg. Tight, plenty of power, fun to drive. I just do not get why auto writers never give Saab the time of day. Saab is roaring back with the new ownership and they have some super cars forthcoming. If you are thinking of purchasing a near luxury car you owe it yourself to test drive a Saab vehicle. Very reliable and safe autos.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car!

TheRas900, 08/13/2008
2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I researched and drove many vehicles in this class, including the Acura TL, BMW 328i, Lexus IS250 and Subaru 2.5GT. After having it for a month, I am very glad I stayed with the Saab. The handling/ride balance is nice and I am getting 26.4 mpg in city driving on regular!

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5 out of 5 stars

Very Pleased with New 9-3

jbrooksws, 03/29/2010
2009 Saab 9-3 Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Unfortunately I couldn't get the deals others have referenced - I purchased a laser red "stripper" model - no xenon - no roof - no Center Point - no park assist et al. I prev had an 06 CTS that was great - sold it last year to improve gas mileage and got a great Mazda 6 - but no soul. Saab is great. Mine has a stick - it's a little bit fussy...exactly like Audi's used to be so to me there's no issue. The clutch pedal action is light - pick up is good. Perfect seats and instrumentation - base level stereo is good. Stripper wheels 16 inch - look good on this car, and saves $25.00 per tire when it's time to buy new rubber. I really like this car!

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