2005 Saab 9-3

$3,950
from
7
listings
$4K–$30K
price range
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Low$3,950
High$29,500
From$3,950
Avg Mileage103,571 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 7 active dealer listings as of

2005 Saab 9-3 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,950
$4K–$30K
7 listings103,571 avg miles
2.0T
From$500
44 listings|$500–$15K
Aero
From$2,500
22 listings|$3K–$16K
Arc
From$3,800
7 listings|$4K–$30K
SE
From$1,500
8 listings|$2K–$11K
X
From$5,995
4 listings|$6K–$11K

2005 Saab 9-3 Pricing

Price Trend

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$1K$2K$3K$3K$4KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,495
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Saab 9-3 Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 95 complaints, the 2005 Saab 9-3 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
95
Complaints
4
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
14V3180002014-12-06
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 Saab 9-3 Convertible vehicles manufactured July 30, 2003, to February 15, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side front seat belt retractor may break, causing the seat belt webbing not to retract.

In the event of a crash, a seat belt that has not retracted may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

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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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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Saab 9-3's biggest weak point? SUSPENSION. It leads 95 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Suspension28
02Seat Belts21
03Air Bags10
04Electrical System4
05Seats4
95 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Saab 9-3 Fuel Economy

19–23mpg combined
·
17-19city
·
25-29hwy
·
$2,500-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2005 Saab 9-3 ranges from 19 to 23 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
9-3 Sport Sedan - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city29 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Automatic (S5)
19mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2005 Saab 9-3

22States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Pennsylvania (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 21 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2005.

2005 Saab 9-3: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2005 Saab 9-3 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2005 Saab 9-3. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2005 Saab 9-3?

Yes, 2 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2005 Saab 9-3?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 23 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $481 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2005 Saab 9-3?

SUSPENSION problems top the list with 95 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2005 compare to other Saab 9-3 years?

Each Saab 9-3 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Saab 9-3 overview page.

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