Trim Report

Saab 9-3 Viggen2001

Includes:9-3|Viggen
$16,000
Starting From
4
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $16,000
Max $35,997
From $16,000
Fresh

Viggen Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,500
$2K–$18K
4 listings125,000 avg miles
2.0T
From$990
40 listings|$990–$15K
Aero
From$4,999
15 listings|$5K–$15K
Arc
From$3,000
10 listings|$3K–$30K
Linear
From$3,950
3 listings|$4K–$6K
SE
From$1,500
8 listings|$2K–$11K
Viggen
From$16,000
4 listings|$16K–$36K
X
From$7,399
3 listings|$7K–$11K

2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen Pricing

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Where to Find Saab 9-3 Viggen

Location data for all 2001 Saab 9-3 trims combined

26States

Illinois has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 26 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Saab 9-3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2001 Saab 9-3 trims

High Concern

With 2 recalls and 59 complaints, the 2001 Saab 9-3 rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
59
Complaints
1
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
04V5570002004-19-11
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.

OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

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06V1260002006-20-04
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.

OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2001 Saab 9-3's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 59 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System18
02Engine And Engine Cooling12
03Fuel System, Gasoline12
04Air Bags2
05Seats2
59 total across 1 model years (2001–2001)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Saab 9-3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2001 Saab 9-3 trims

21–22mpg combined
·
18-19city
·
25-28hwy
·
$3,200-$3,900/yr

Fuel economy for the 2001 Saab 9-3 ranges from 21 to 22 MPG combined across 10 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
9-3 - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$3,700/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$3,700/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Viggen - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$3,700/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Viggen Convertible - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$3,700/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Viggen compare to other Saab 9-3 trims?

Every Saab 9-3 trim targets a different buyer. The 2001 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen?

The Viggen shares its core mechanicals with other Saab 9-3 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for electrical system issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2001 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Saab 9-3 Viggen?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Saab 9-3 Viggen year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Saab 9-3 overview compares all years side by side.

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