Overview & Reviews

A new wagon body style called the SportCombi has been added to the Saab 9-3 lineup for 2006. Additionally, Aero models get a new, more powerful turbocharged V6, which packs 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Linear and Arc trims have been merged into a single base 2.0T trim, and the Aero's old 210-hp turbo four is standard on this model. Finally, all 9-3s now come with body-colored door handles.

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

User Reviews:

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  Great So far - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Lovin it - November 9 - 5:13 am

  Got this car about a month ago and I can say I am very satisifed so far. It is a little smaller than what I am used to but the gas mileage improvement is more than worth it in this $3/gallon gas world. The performance is awesome for a wagon, the stereo sounds great and it is pretty luxurious inside. I liked the Aero better but it wasnt worth the extra dollars. It feels great on the highway and the only turbo lag I have found is in first gear. If you keep the RPMs high enough, you will never notice.

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  A Great Driving Experience - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Jake - September 5 - 8:30 am

  I love to drive this car. I look for any excuse to get out of the house and always take the long way home. The car drives like a dream. I gave my 2005 Saab 9-3 Arc with automatic transmission to another family member for this car with 6-speed transmission. What a difference! As good as the Arc was, this car makes me feel like Im driving again. The subtle differences with engine, suspension and tuning make a huge improvement in the driving experience.

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  The best car! - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Susan - September 1 - 2:43 pm

  I was looking at another cadillac when I saw the Saab. I was attracted to the looks and when I drove it, it was so smooth that I changed my mind in the middle of the deal to the Saab. I absolutely love everything about this car and will buy another one in the future!

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  Back to Saab - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Ted Pusey - August 17 - 11:16 pm

  This is my first Saab since my I owned a 1984 900 Turbo and I can only say theyve gotten better. I traded-in a Mini Cooper S for my 9-3 SportCombi Aero and my new Saab is more fun to drive. The performance of the new 2.8L V-6 is all I could ever want. This car measures and stacks up favorably with the competition at much less cost

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  High Value Alternative - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By IL Owner - August 17 - 3:50 am

  Recently bought the car, with just a couple hundred miles in, I really like it. Low torque steer, good cornering stability, quiet ride, and decent economy.

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  More Bang for Your Buck - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By JD - August 10 - 1:40 am

  My wife and I drive a BMW 325Ci an Audi A4 Quattro and recently leased a 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero (manual). This car is awesome, easily the best of the bunch and the others are pretty good. The Saab offers better performance, more interior comfort and space and respectable gas mileage (28.5 mpg on a recent highway trip). The best features of the car are the V-6 engine and the upgraded seats that the Aero model offers. The engineers who put the engine together have created one of the most useable and powerful engines I have ever driven. In particular on two lane highways you can pass quickly and in confidence.

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  Fantastic Drive!!! - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By ? - August 5 - 7:00 am

  After attending the Aero Academy, I realized this car has excellent handling and is built for fun driving AND safety. Its got a sporty ride & a nice interior. It was obviously built with comfort in mind & attention to detail. Its my first Saab, & I will never buy another type of car if I can help it. Go to the Aero Academy if you can! Its the most fun Ive had in I dont know how long! I love my Saab!!!

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  The funnest car you will ever own!! - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By martinj281 - July 31 - 8:36 pm

  This car is fun fast and slick. It has great handling tire traction is awesome! This car is great and turbo is a great feature. This would be the best car you will ever own!

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  One of the best looking vertables - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By gp - May 1 - 11:00 pm

  Went from an 04 Audi S4 to this car, and although I miss the kick off the line, I realize I went with this car for a totally differant mindset. The car does have good passing power, but the turbo doesnt kick in right off the line. Steering wheel feels like a GM. Little loose, but can get used to it. Quick quiet drop top. beautiful dash with green night lights. 2 semi useful cupholders.

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  Saab defeats BMW hands down - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By car nut - April 15 - 7:13 am

  My past two cars have been BMWs, this car blows them away! Fast, fun and roomy. Seats very comfortable, convertable top is a gem. Car enthusiasts and mags are negative on front wheel drive, BUT I live in the northeast, their is virtually no torque steer and I am much more likely to drive in inclimate weather than take a turn at 90 mph. The car is distinctive and a blast to drive.