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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  WOW!!!!! - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By RYAN - April 24 - 8:36 am

  This is the most fun car I have ever drove in my entire life. I am leasing this car and am having the time of my life. The pick-up is better than my Eclipse, and top speed i havent even been able to hit. I would recommend this car for anyone, its a family sports car.

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  The car to buy - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By saabdog - April 15 - 10:00 am

  I have test driven the acura tl, bmw 3 series, infiniti g35 no room in this car, and I traded my problem riddled mercedes 320 to buy a real car. I feel this is the best looking car on the market for the price and you get the performance to go along with it. The interior of the car is very modern looking and very ergornomically friendly. I freguently go on long road trips and this is by far the most comfortable car I have ever driven. I dont even need to say this but the safety is unmatched by any other car manufacturer including the parent company GM.

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  Finally Did It - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Satisfied Customer - April 13 - 11:06 am

  I hesitated to spend so much money for this car but my dealer made it easy with a great lease and, of course, the GM Discount. This car is much better than my old 9-3 even without the hatch back. I dont even miss it. My new Arc has a quality look and feel and power when I need it. And it is a head turner with its Chili Red metallic paint, parchment interior and the 17" wheel option. I should have done this sooner. I look for any excuse to get out and drive it.

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  A swedish sedan - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Bart - March 20 - 4:06 am

  While not a quirky as Saabs past, this car still maintains distinctive Saab Features: Nightpanel, Key in the middle, hidden cupholders. This large sedan gets better MPG than my Focus, and has performance when needed. The seats are comfortable, standard with leather.

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  More bang for your buck - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Alexander - March 8 - 11:10 am

  After one year I still in love with this car. Quick,stylish,secure and handsome. The only thing that bothers me. The navigation system is available now and last year that was not an option.

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  Better than expected - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By tom - February 20 - 4:36 am

  I purchased this car used with 45,000 miles on it and 6 mos. left on the factory warranty. The car has been great, looks and runs like a brand new car with no problems. It was a one owner car that I purchased from the original selling dealer.

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  Im suprised they dont sell more - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By newsaabowner - January 13 - 10:06 pm

  Im new to the SAAB world. I am a car nut. I considered this car based on price. If I could have afforded it, I would have gotten the 325i. I didnt want an accord or a camry. In terms of price, this is a similar car to an accord with leather when you calculate the lease. But the saab gives you soo much more. You cant beat the safety items on this car..large tire, large brakes, stability control, traction control, #1 in safety both side and frontal. This car is small on the outside, huge on the inside. I got the manual 5 speed. Its a nice stick...not as nice as the bmw, but nice. I am tremendously happy with this lease and Id do it over and over again. Very zippy on the highway!

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  Great sport luxury value - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By Ken G - November 17 - 3:00 am

  Coming off lease of a MB C230K coupe/hatch, I wanted 4 doors, a real trunk, front or AWD (for winter), and lower price while retaining as much of the sportiness and luxury car experience as possible. In my first few days with the 9-3 Linear, it reminds me a lot of the C240 4Matic that the MB dealer often gave me as a service loaner. My impression of that car always was "not as fun as the C230 but a bit more practical and very livable." Now I have the same benefits for $10k less than a new C240 and $4k less than I paid for the C230 almost 4 years ago. Pricing is more comparable to Accord or Camry but with more safety equipment, free maintenance, premium dealer experience and smaller exterior.

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  Fun & isnt a "Break My Wallet" clone - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By willpower - October 5 - 1:20 am

  My SAAB 9-3 Aero is an exciting turbo- charged sport sedan I find appealing since I enjoy cars that are more unique & exciting than just one of a bland flurry of Euro-Japanese yuppie BMW-clones. The 9-3 Aero carries-forth the SAAB tradition of providing many unique but valued features that the others havent copied...yet...such as an instrument panel "Blackout" button, 4- wheel steering, an ignition lock between the front seats that also serves to lock both the break & gearshift levers, self-leveling xenon headlights and other subtle but cool features.

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  A blast to drive, but at a cost - 2005 Saab 9-3
  By perks77 - August 10 - 3:20 pm

  I had fond memories of my 83 Saab 900. That car was a tank and simply refused to be driven into the ground. My 05 9-3 has all the gutsy handling the old models did (and then some!), looks great, is quite comfortable and is surprisingly roomy for a car of its size. For a little 4-banger, it really zips along once the turbo kicks in! However, Ive had the car in the shop REPEATEDLY for random electrical and mechanical problems that simply should not happen at 30K miles. Some of the interior finish is cheaply done and parts have decided to fall apart at random. This has left me so disappointed that I plan to trade it in as soon as possible.