Trim Report

Saab 9-3 Viggen2003

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$5,732
$6K–$7K
2 listings100,000 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

2003 Saab 9-3 Viggen Pricing

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Where to Find Saab 9-3 Viggen

Location data for all 2003 Saab 9-3 trims combined

26States

9% of the market sits in Illinois, though listings span 26 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Saab 9-3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2003 Saab 9-3 trims

Elevated

The 2003 Saab 9-3's elevated safety profile includes 4 recall campaigns and 214 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

4
Recalls
214
Complaints
12
Crashes
6
Fires
Recall Findings
05V2360002005-19-05
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

CERTAIN SPORT SEDAN AND CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A VACUUM PIPE CHECK VALVE FOR THE BRAKE BOOSTER THAT MAY FAIL FROM EXPOSURE TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES. THIS COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST, USUALLY WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING.

IF THIS CONDITION WERE TO OCCUR WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.

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04V5400002004-20-10
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION OR STALLING.

IF THE VEHICLE STALLS AS A RESULT OF THIS CONDITION, IT CAN BE RESTARTED IMMEDIATELY.

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04V2260002004-11-05
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

SOME SPORT SEDANS WERE BUILT WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT WERE DAMAGED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. IF DAMAGED, OVER TIME, THE AUTOMATIC TENSIONING SYSTEM (ATS) CABLE IN THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR COULD BREAK CAUSING THE BELT WEBBING TO NOT RETRACT.

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES.

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11E0090002011-28-02
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

TI AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS, PART NUMBERS TU456 AND TU303, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AS AFTERMARKET AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MAY SEIZE, STOPPING THE FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE CREATING A STALLING CONDITION.

A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL WHILE IN USE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2003 Saab 9-3 has accumulated 214 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with suspension leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Suspension35
02Electrical System28
03Power Train18
04Engine And Engine Cooling18
05Air Bags13
214 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Saab 9-3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2003 Saab 9-3 trims

21–23mpg combined
·
18-20city
·
27-29hwy
·
$2,950-$3,900/yr

With 6 configurations tested, the 2003 Saab 9-3 ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
9-3 Convertible - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Automatic 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$3,700/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the Viggen Worth It?

Common questions about the 2003 Saab 9-3 Viggen

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

Every Saab 9-3 trim targets a different buyer. The 2003 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2003 Saab 9-3 Viggen?

Maintenance costs for the Viggen align with the broader Saab 9-3 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2003 model year has 4 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is suspension. Check the 2003 Saab 9-3 page for the full breakdown.

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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