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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  Awesome Summer Car - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By michluce - August 19 - 2:46 am

  This is a VERY fun car to drive. I think the exterior style of the 9-3 Aero convertible when the top is down is an absolute beauty. This car handles very well and the turbo engine kicks in phenomenally. There is sometimes a slight delay in the automatic, but I have observed that it depends on the temperature outside. Great car hands down.

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  Its a great car, with a few quirks. - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By IllinoisSaab - August 14 - 2:00 am

  My previous car was a Subaru Impreza WRX. I wanted something a little more comfortable and upscale, but also unique. The 9-3 Aero fits the bill very well. Its extremely comfortable, very sporty, and gets amazing gas mileage. Im getting 29 mpg on the highway. Midrange power seems limitless. Its every bit as enjoyable to drive on twisty back roads as the WRX was, but with a whole lot more luxury. Ive had a couple of common minor problems over thee past 3 months, but all were fixed by the dealer - their service dept has been second to none. The stereo in the Aero is pretty good but not quite up to the level I expect from a premium brand.

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  Love it!!! - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Kerri - July 20 - 6:00 am

  Absolutely love my 9-3 Aero! Its fun to drive, has a lot of power and love the look!

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  Great entry-luxury - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By John - July 15 - 7:13 am

  This is a fantastic vehicle. Well-designed, fun to drive and distinctive. I love driving something few others do. Definitely opt for the premium package - well worth the money. And if you live in a cold climate, the heated seats are a must.

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  SAAB Arc - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Andrew McKay - May 12 - 4:30 pm

  The thrust of the turbo and solid handling of the car.

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  Great Value - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Kuribo - April 29 - 1:03 am

  Just purchsed a 2006 9-3 Sport Sedan for my wife. The 9-3 Sport Sedan is very well equipped so we just added Cold Weather package and Sentronic Automatic Transmission. It is much quicker than the old 1.8 Audi and the engine has a nicer character and better gas mileage. A really beautiful, under appreciated car.

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  Hard to do better - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By SShukovsky - March 26 - 3:30 am

  Bought the car since three neighbors had them (as old as 900 series from 10 years ago). All relatively reliable. Mine has been great on gas mileage (26 city, 34 highway), has good acceleration, and appears well built. After 6000 miles and 7 months no problems yet as a few have reported. Car rides well and like the sport suspension. Would not choose differently.

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  06 9-3 SportCombi Aero - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By boutteman - February 24 - 10:53 am

  I have owned this car for one full year and have had an overall enjoyment of my experience with it. It has suited me, as well as my growing family, in many environments and situations. Its handled traffic in Houston, TX, snow/slush in Pittsburgh, PA, and mountainous terrain in Reno, NV. It has performed well in some huge cross country road trips (sometimes getting 33 mpg). I love driving in manual-mode (it not only helps with the gas mileage, but it is a bonus when traveling across the Sierra Mountains on a regular basis. This is a straight-up fun vehicle to drive! I am a mechanical engineer, I did a lot of research, and I picked the Saab over the BMW 3-series and Audi A4 sportwagons.

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  My third saab - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By saab1216 - February 22 - 6:13 am

  I find this car so much fun to drive not matter what the weather. It drives great in the snow and handles those mountain roads in the summer.I love the sharp looks and attractive interior. I just had to take it into the shop as my radio/control center stopped working. I know that saabs can experience some problems but I never drove a more enjoyable car.The acceleration and braking are superb and so is the c.d.player. The radio doesnt sound as well.If you buy Saab,get a warranty for peace of mind...then enjoy the ride!

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  saab is great - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Steve - January 30 - 1:36 am

  Love to drive, fight over it with the wife