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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  What a blast! - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Mike B - May 18 - 4:20 am

  So far I love this car, still a little cold to drop the top much, but cant wait for summer or at least April! Its as much fun to look at as it is to drive.

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  Saab Convertible - Performance and Fun - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Marvin Young - April 28 - 7:33 am

  The Saab 93 Convertible is incredible! I own the Aero and the new 2.8 V6 turbo is worth the extra cash.

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  So far so good - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By marcellolf - April 26 - 4:23 pm

  I was a bit skeptical of buying my first Saab. I have read of reliability issues but so far this car has been perfect.

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  Two Years and Still Love It! - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By TRT - April 18 - 10:50 am

  I am just now adding my review after two years into my three year lease and I still love this car. I find the car to be a great performer and very comfortable. I tested the BMW 3 series, the Audi A4 and the Infiniti G35 and have never had a second thought about my decision. A couple of minor things (mostly electronics related) have caused the car to go into service but with the warranty and free scheduled service it has been an easy car to live with. I find the car to be quite handsome in the euro way and is unique on the road. Many friends who own BMW 3 series comment how they get tired of seeing themselves at every street corner. A solid buy/lease.

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  Inconvenient - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By Michelle - April 15 - 1:03 am

  I love to drive this car. It is fast, it responds well, and is very comfortable. However, I have had many problems since day 1. It came with a bad battery which died the day after I bought it. There was a recall on the coolant tank which I wasnt informed about; had to wait until my hood was smoking to find out. The saab service agents dont care and fail to inspect my entire car when I bring it in, so I have to keep going back. Speakers are fuzzy. Just replaced another battery and a corroded switch. Seems like there is always something wrong with it. I now have to replace the front and rear break pads and rotors at 36,000 miles.

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  A great car, but some complaints. - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By volunteerals - March 22 - 3:06 am

  This car has been really excellent, but not perfect. As the first new car I bought for myself out of college, I wanted something that would last me for years, get good gas mileage, and was fun to drive. So far, so good! The gas mileage is pretty good, I average about 28 mpg in the winter. The styling is nice, but the interior is a little bland. My biggest complaint would have to be the brakes. I had to replace them far too early in my opinion, and was told that Saab had changed the braking ratio without changing the brakes. Not cool. The top speed in first gear is also quite low, little oomph until 2nd. Otherwise, none of the problems others have had, such as electrical and whatnot.

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  mmmmmmm - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By mainecliffdweller - March 19 - 3:33 pm

  Just took delivery three weeks ago and have already put 3000k on my new Saab 9- 3 sport combi. With two 100lb dogs and me over 66" I was worried that the wagon wouldnt be big enough, but it fits me like a glove! There is certainly enough room and it is so much more fun to drive than an SUV. Im a big back road driver and this car is perfect for that. Love it!

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  Saab 2006 2.0T - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By allyson - February 1 - 1:13 pm

  I love the car. It is nice and quiet when the windows are closed. Compact but not too compact. I also like the huge amount of trunk space. I like how the car responds and it is so easy to drive.

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  1st Time Owner - Not the Last... - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By victor824 - January 31 - 11:13 pm

  Nice car! I was very impressed with the performance and handling. The interior worked well for me and the power delivered by the 250 hp engine was exhilarating! The windshield washer reservoir had to be replaced twice - then they came out with the recall. The back brakes created a tremendous amount of dust compared to the front. ???? Finally replaced the pads with EBC reds - problem solved. The Saab emblems peeled off after just three years but the dealer replaced them free. The turbo blew a gasket at 75000 miles and the dealer originally quoted it at $3700 but when I declined they talked to Saab and could get it done for $900. ????

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  Poor Poor Quality, Do not recommend!!! - 2006 Saab 9-3
  By kelley5 - January 19 - 2:26 am

  Have had it at the saab service center for several electrical issues, windows, radio controls on steering wheels. Brakes and Rotors service. Coolant Reservoir has had to be replaced 3 times in 1 year! Now the suspension or something is wrong with front end contributing to wear on both front tires. Im back to the Saab Service center!