2009 Saab 9-3

$6,995
from
6
listings
$7K–$12K
price range
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Low$6,995
High$11,995
From$6,995
Avg Mileage91,667 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 6 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2009 Saab 9-3 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$6,995
$7K–$12K
6 listings91,667 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

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Saab 9-3 Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 1 recalls and 43 complaints, the 2009 Saab 9-3 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
43
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
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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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2009 Saab 9-3's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 43 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags17
02Engine11
03Fuel/propulsion System3
04Seat Belts2
05Service Brakes2
43 total across 1 model years (2009–2009)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Saab 9-3 Fuel Economy

18–23mpg combined
·
15-19city
·
24-29hwy
·
$2,950-$3,750/yr

Fuel economy for the 2009 Saab 9-3 ranges from 18 to 23 MPG combined across 20 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 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city29 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 SportCombi - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city29 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 SportCombi - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero Sedan AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero Sedan AWD - Manual 6-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero SportCombi AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero SportCombi AWD - Manual 6-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 SportCombi - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero Sedan AWD - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero Sedan AWD - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero SportCombi AWD - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Aero SportCombi AWD - Manual 6-spd
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 SportCombi - Automatic (S6)
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2009 Saab 9-3

26States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Illinois (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 25 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2009.

2009 Saab 9-3 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2009 Saab 9-3 a good car to buy?

The 2009 Saab 9-3 has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2009 Saab 9-3?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2009 Saab 9-3. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2009 Saab 9-3?

Depending on configuration, the 2009 Saab 9-3 delivers 18–23 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2009 Saab 9-3?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2009 Saab 9-3, based on 43 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2009 compare to other Saab 9-3 years?

The 2009 sits at a specific point in the Saab 9-3 lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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