Overview & Reviews

The base 9-3 three- and five-door models have been replaced by a value-priced SE five-door. High-performance Viggen models get a new interior color and a carbon-fiber instrument panel.

• Comfy interior, versatile hatchback model, powerful turbocharged engines.

• Controls not always intuitive, torque steer in Viggen models.

User Reviews:

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  they dont make them like they used to! - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By kris - November 29 - 12:23 am

  This vehicle has been a nightmare! I have been the only owner, never in an accident and there have been issues from the time it was under warranty. 2 auto windows that broke, 2 ball joints (the same one each at 50K miles), 3 electrical relay switches, head gasket that leaks, radio control display that is not readable and many other problems, on top of routine maintenance! Lemon is what I got, and Saab has lost a customer of 25 years!

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  Love this car. - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By rober in LA - November 26 - 10:40 am

  Ive had some problems with my top (replaced the motor after one week of owning the car) but this car by far is a blast to drive. When I drive out to Las Vegas from LA I can only tell you that I blow bast people like they are standing still.

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  I give up - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By 2-years Saab owner - November 22 - 2:00 am

  The car definately falls short in its structural regidity (convertible only). Therefore, you are bounced all over the place on bumpy roads - honestly I feel more comfortable riding my skies on bumps than the Saab convertible. Also the general interior setting becomes enoying very quickly. There is no cetral lock, and the romote car key only works from about three (3) feet of the car - funny you would find many of us Saab owners sticking the key to our chin to make the door open or lock from ten twenty feet of the car. Having said all of this, I am going to sell this car this spring and by another German or even a Japanese car.

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  Viggen underappreciated for price - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By Miles Parker - October 9 - 10:00 am

  At list, the Viggen isnt a very good deal, but at the price we paid, its awesome. We bought our Viggen for a bit more than the price of a loaded Maxima or Passat, or a pretty base A4. For that we got a car with huge interior, gorgeous styling, awesome acceleration, rewarding and engaging handling, really well thought out details, and that lovely Saab leather smell. For 10k less than an S4 Avant less we got similar performance, much more room, and a unique car. Yes, it is an older design, and there are some quirks, but you can take advantage of that and make a screaming deal. Remember when youre comparing cars to compare at the price youll actually end up paying.

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  2002 Saab SE Convertible - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By mudbug - October 4 - 2:00 am

  Very comfortable. I traded in a 99 Mustang GT convert. The Saab feels more responsive and is way more comfortable and refined. Torque steer is my only complaint.

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  Pasion, Fun and Delivery - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By Big Joe - October 2 - 10:00 am

  One simple statement : Its the BEST. No comparison to other EU cars.

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  all around awesome - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By lerxst - August 12 - 10:00 am

  Bought w/200 miles on it. Fun to drive, amazing acceleration, 30 mpg on highway, to me it looks sharp and has very nice classy lines, one of the most unique cars, costs less than cars that people think are better/faster. The only sub-par facet of this car was the suspension. i paid 300$ or so for braces etc. and installed myself, so now the suspension is great, and for cheap money!!! oh yeah, it carries a lot of stuff and people, and i have only seen 5-6 other viggens and i am on the road a lot. it has been problem -free and i am always excited to driver her.

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  9-3 turbo hatch, irresistible - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By baxter10 - April 27 - 4:20 pm

  I had one of these for 4 years. Bought it at 45k miles when it was 4 years old. It had all the reliability issues everyone talks about, including the sump oil problem. It was totaled last month when someone hit it while it was parked. I looked at other cars, and ended up buying the exact same car again (except stick instead of auto), now at 80k miles. Theyre as spacious as a small wagon, very quick and great handling, heated leather seats, premium sound, climate control, sunroof, power everything, 30+ mpg, and the style of a classic suit from a vintage store. All for under $6,000. Irresistible.

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  The key just flies into the ignition - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By mbest - April 23 - 10:00 am

  For years I have been searching for an automobile that was as much fun to drive as my first BMW2002 in 1967. I tested the new 325 and the Audi and the 9-3. Two years and over 50,000 miles later I am still excited driving my 9-3!

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  Fun - shoddy build for the price - 2002 Saab 9-3
  By YazMan - April 17 - 6:00 pm

  I love the engine - thats about it. Bad tires, soft suspension. Horrible fit and finish. I have had to go to the dealership 20+ in the first 2 years - all covered but who needs the hassle in a 30-40K car. If you are buying you must get extended warranty or get rid of it before the warranty expires.