Overview & Reviews

The base convertible has been dropped for this year while all other models get two new colors. The OnStar telematics system and traction control are now standard.

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

• Controls not always intuitive, offbeat image, severe torque steer in SE and Viggen models.

User Reviews:

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  Saab Story - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By RIX - May 20 - 10:00 am

  In 2 years, the car had to be towed twice. First time was because of a corroded cable and the second time because the ignition cassette kept shorting out the fuses.

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  Rattle trap - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By snaab93se1 - March 31 - 10:00 am

  This car rattled more and more as time went on and the dealer could care less about fixing them. Also had front supension problems, the information display LED got moisture behind it and had to be replaced and the check engine light came on during a u-turn. Stay away from this one..its a headache waiting to happen

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  Safety, Performance, Reliability = SAAB - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By fredf - February 5 - 10:00 am

  I have enjoyed every mile of the first 25,000 for this automobile. It handles great, and provides the safety, performance, reliability and comfort to make each ride an enjoyable experience. It is a fast car, get ready to move into the fast lane; even with the minimum sized 2.0 Turbo engine. The ride is firm, but comfortable. The interior is quiet, the controls are very nice, it reminds me of the cockpit of a small airplane. The car has a powerful AC which uses an air filter prior to bringing air into the car.

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  Gonna Buy It From Lease - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By esfoad - February 1 - 10:00 am

  We leased this vehicle new. We average 12000 miles per year. Its been a joy. Completely reliable, 23 avg mpg since new with 75% local and 25% highway miles. Our dealership is responsive and wonderful to work with. We looked at the new model and while its impressive, we feel that the residual value of our vehicle makes it too attractive not to buy.

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  Fire Hazard - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By CityClown - September 29 - 10:00 am

  I love the unique look of the Saab. The dealer sales experience was wonderful. Thats the good part. The reality is the dealer service is horrible, they treat you like a child. The car is not reliable, as it has left me stranded 3 times in a year. The last issue in July as a potential fire hazard. Over 1/4 tank of gas poured out of the gas tank (broken fuel line bracket to the tank). One spark and my family could have been dead. Bet you have never had a Fire Dept. Engine come out to certify your cars safety, well I have. Dealer was very nonchalant about the issue. Saab Legal is also not accepting any responsibility to re- purchase this lemon.

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  cant do better for the money - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By DonCNY - July 6 - 5:40 pm

  Bought used for $20k with 50k miles on it - it still feels as solid as a new car. Even the weatherstripping is still in great shape. Being a chop-top convertible, it was a bit shaky on bumpy roads and you could feel some body flex when cornering. Ive added a subframe brace and swapped in a bigger rear anti-roll bar, and it now feels very solid. I cant believe how well this thing handles now as a FWD car, especially with the OE Goodyear all-seasons on it. Whenever I think I might be pushing it a little too hard it just hangs right on without so much as a howl. Why spend $5-6k more on the equivalent BMW when you can do just as well with under $400 worth of easy-to-install modifications?

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  Fun to drive - easy at the gas pump! - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By casbon - March 18 - 2:10 pm

  I have driven my Saab 9-3 for six years. Have about 71,000 miles on odometer. Fun to drive, comfortable and reliable. Amazing gas mileage with the 185 engine (low to mid thirties on the road) and a five-speed stickshift. Plan to keep it for another five years or so! No car is perfect - but this car comes close when one considers the designers fidelity to the Saab heritage. My first Saab was a three-cylinder. I know what I am talking about!

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  Love convertibles but lots of headaches - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By tber - March 8 - 2:00 am

  This is my third (and priciest) convertible and have had it for 25 months with almost 20K miles. Has been at the dealer three times this year with a check engine light problem, fuses for the convertible top had problem and recently, towed in for a bad fuel pump that leaked gallons of gasoline! While I appreciate the many gifts and apology letters from Saab, for high cost and inconvenience, will have to look elsewhere for the 4th!

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  Saab 2001 - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By Phylclar - February 10 - 2:00 am

  Outstanding value for the price- all th efeatures of a luxury car with superior performance to boot.

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  2 Much Fun - 2001 Saab 9-3
  By minimyzr - January 3 - 11:06 am

  What a pleasure to drive! I looked at all of the soft-tops - from Mercedes to Mustangs and this one...well is the very best value. Good solid engineering, simply designed for a serious driver, and loads of fun without the usual concerns of convertible vulnerability. I am now a lifer, albeit wish I were one earlier. FYI: Blind spots can be virtually eliminated with small concave mirrors attached to outside mirrors.