Overview & Reviews

A new in-dash DVD-based navigation system is added to the options list. The 9-3 convertible is now available in entry-level Linear trim.

• Handles well for a front-drive car, frugal yet powerful engines, generous passenger room, class-leading trunk space.

• Suspension should be stiffer on Aero models, ride can be harsh over bumps, interiors lack upscale look and feel, weak stereos.

User Reviews:

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  Beautiful automobile - blast to drive - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By GKellogg - August 17 - 3:06 pm

  I love this car. Aside from being gorgeous, it is exhilarating to drive. With the manual transmission you can really play with the turbo boost which is what makes this (as well as other Saabs) so fun to drive. The guy with the X5 mentioned he likes not getting as much attention as with his BMW? Nooooooo....lots of stares because its NOT a run of the mill 3-Series that you see on every street corner! Love it.

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  SAAB Rocks!!! - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Yippee - May 16 - 6:10 pm

  I recently purchased an 05 9-3..Im in Love. I traded in a much loved SUV and couldnt happier that I am getting 33 MPG now vs. the 16 I was getting in the SUV. This car is a blast to drive, I fell in love with it as soon as I pulled out for the test drive. Contrary to what some reviews have said, I get no turbo lag at all - the turbo is best over 80, but also very responsive at lower speeds in 3rd and 4th gear (perhaps they at sissy automatic people). The seats are a dream. This car screams refinement. Ive owned BMWs and they are a dine a dozen on the road.. why look like everyone else - if you are like me this car fits your unique personality and sense of style.

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  Best of the Best - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By RobertB - March 4 - 1:40 pm

  This car is wonderful. The car fits me like a glove, handles well in snow and ice, sound system is great. The trunk space surprised me on how much it can hold. Ive owned many cars over the past 25 years and this Saab convertible is my favorite car of them all.

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  Just a Nice Car - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Bob - February 26 - 3:23 pm

  My 9-3 has been very reliable with the only problem a couple of burned out headlight bulbs. The car is quick, quiet, comfortable, safe, nioe looking and extremely fuel efficient. My complaint is the handling. This is NOT the sport sedan Saab makes it out to be. The steering is too light, the suspension is too soft, the car leans excessively in turns and loses traction over any road irregularities. There is plenty of torque steer as well. "Born from Jets", I dont think so.

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  I love my Saab - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By BEV WALKER - December 15 - 12:20 pm

  Excellent except for a few turbo lags. On a whole, Im very happy with its performance. I really appreciate my cargo space with the back seats that fold forward. Missing are: locking glove compartment, and mirror controls that light at night.

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  Very Expensive after Warranty - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Robert - November 13 - 12:00 am

  The car has been a great driving machine. Thats the good. The bad... right off the start, the car was in the shop numerous times for electrical issues. The sunroof would not close properly, the windows would not go up, and other misc. electrical issues. At least they were covered by warranty. Now, out of warranty, I have the car in the shop at this very moment for the belt and tensioner to be replaced, the solenoid, the filter, and to check the coolent system. $1200. Now they just called me and said that the radiator needs replacement at a cost of $1100. The car has been disappointing in the repairs area. I have also had to have the brakes and rotors replaced at 40,000 miles.

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  A4, A6 & IS lover converted to 9-3 fan - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Cork93 - October 1 - 10:10 pm

  Ive never been a Saab enthusiast until I saw my 9-3 with Navi. & all the ground effects & options of the V6 but with the 210 horse 4cyl. It is an awesome car to drive. I hope the reliability will be there for years to come.

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  My Swedish Souvenir - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By topdownarc - September 6 - 1:33 pm

  I love driving my 9-3 Arc! It handles with ease the secondary, curving roads I drive on daily. (and I like to drive it fast...) It averages 26 MPG on my rural roads. Ive had the car almost a year and havent had any problems with it. It was our second European Delivery purchase and well certainly purchase future cars in the same manner.

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  Fun to Drive - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By AZ - August 30 - 1:10 pm

  Just drove to Long Island, NY from Michigan and it was great. Handling, driving performance - especially on curves was excellent, a fun car to drive. Gas mileage was 35 mpg.

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  Saab 9-3 - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By cjcypert - July 3 - 9:40 am

  Never thought about owning a Saab until I drove one. Fell in love with it the moment I drove it. Was comparing a Saab 9-3 to an Acura TSX and Mazda6. Saab won hands down.