Overview & Reviews

The base model gets restyled 15-inch alloy wheels, while the SE version gains performance enhancements and increased horsepower. The sporty 9-3 Viggen offers even more power, and is available as a five-door or convertible in addition to the coupe. All engines are now LEV compliant and GM's OnStar "Telematics" System becomes optional across the model lineup.

• Comfy interior, versatile hatchback model, torquey turbo motor, quirky personality.

• Controls not always intuitive, offbeat image, spotty build quality.

User Reviews:

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  I love my Saab - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By cosmodoodle - October 4 - 2:00 am

  Bougt mine certified with 38,000 miles for only $21,00. at this price, there is no other choice for a convert. Turbo is awsome and the car handels very well at high speeds (95+ mph) Put some 15 inch NOKIAN tires on for the winter and 17 inch low profile Potenzas for the summer

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  2000 9.3 SE Convertible - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By jsfdds - August 3 - 2:00 am

  Great car and fun to drive. Window controls in bad spot. Driver seat is wearing at lumbar area rather quickly. 5 speed is awesome. Drives well in NYC snow. No problems with rims.

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  Fast, fun and functional. - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By menzo - March 6 - 6:56 pm

  This is the definitive Saab. Best Saab ever, only the 78 99 turbo compares. It is not a typical 9-3. It has improved suspension, wheels, brakes, aerodynamics, seats, electronics, computer settings for the engine (higher horse power). Overall it is a pleasure to drive. Instant acceleration, great cornering, handling and control when braking at high speeds. Because of the high torque it does have torque steer which is most noticable at lower speed acceleration. 31+ mpg highway - 29 mpg country road commute. This car is for you if you enjoy windy country roads taken at fast speeds.

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  Its what you know about high output - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By derekdrl - September 25 - 1:36 pm

  First of all I hear people talking about sludge in a turbo motor, only thing is if you ask 90% of them people they were using conv. Oil (its a high output motor that needs synthetic motor oil) 2nd thing is there are some things wrong like the hud (heads up display) big deal, but in comparison to other vehicles in class small problems are worth the 10k in savings, Ive made my Saab a full blown race car and beat it up pretty bad and things have gone wrong but the heart of the vehicle is as strong as the day I bought it. So what Im saying is if you are cheap on parts and service (I. E. - synthetic oil every 3k miles and premium gas then thats what happens). Its not a Ford!

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  Safety and a Sports car - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By Musashi R. Sadler - September 19 - 12:50 am

  To start off, the saab is my first car. I got it a year ago during my senior year of highschool, and ever since then I have love every bit of it. My only problem with it is that it is a little worn. There are some airflow issues and the radiator was leaking but these were not manufacturing flaws but probably from the former owner(s). I wish I could have drove it when it was new but sadly I cant. Oh and these cars are pretty strong, because yesterday I got rear ended pretty hard by a honda accord and came out with just a dent and scratches on the rear bumper... cant say much for the honda though. So if your teenager wants a car you should go for this one, you get safety and a sports car.

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  00 Saab 9-3 SE HOT - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By AJ hamzehpour - August 15 - 10:00 am

  Great car, excellent power for the buck.. best bet is to buy one off lease but to still have a little warranty just incase.. only bad thing being the torque steer since its FWD and has so much power.. but id much rather have torque steer and power than no torque steer and no power.. great ride comfort excellent gas mileage!

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  The King of Saabs - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By Barry Abella - March 2 - 2:00 am

  This is my 4th saab (2 spgs, 1 9000 aero, and my viggen). I get more people looking at my car then other cars around. In one day I may see 5 BMW M3s but never a viggen. The speed is awsome. Since they stopped making viggens and have no plans to make an Aero soon, the viggen will reign as the king of the saabs in my opinion.

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  Great speed, great space and great price - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By surroundedbybmwandvw - April 7 - 10:00 am

  At 64" there arent too many cars I can be comforatable in. The Saab 93 fits me fine. The cargo space is unmatched. I simply can not fit in any 3 series BMW and Audis are too plentiful in my area. Ive always loved the uniqueness of a SAAB and the 93 delivers. The turbo 185 is perfect - not slow, but fast enough to have some fun. The leather in the car is top quality as well.

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  Skys Experience - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By skymason - January 12 - 2:00 am

  Great Car in every way.

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  Sixth and best Saab - 2000 Saab 9-3
  By Len Avant - November 6 - 2:00 am

  This is a great car to drive. Very intuitive on the highway and 21 MPG around town for 185 horses is better than the 92 900S 140 horse non-turbo it replaced. Very torquey and if you punch it in first or second gear the torque will jerk the steering wheel. Not uncontrollably but not exactly a smooth delivery either. Seats are well positioned and supportive.