2010 Saab 9-3

$6,984
from
7
listings
$7K–$15K
price range
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Low$6,984
High$14,995
From$6,984
Avg Mileage96,429 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 7 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2010 Saab 9-3 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$6,984
$7K–$15K
7 listings96,429 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

2010 Saab 9-3 Pricing

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Saab 9-3 Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 2010 Saab 9-3's low safety profile includes 4 recall campaigns and 30 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

4
Recalls
30
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
16V0630002016-03-02
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

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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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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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11V0150002011-19-01
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

SAAB IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2010 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010. CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MAY HAVE INTERNAL COMPONENTS WITH INCORRECT SPECIFICATIONS.

THE SUBJECT FUEL PUMPS CAN SEIZE CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL WHICH INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2010 Saab 9-3 has accumulated 30 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags21
02Fuel System, Other2
03Engine2
04Seat Belts2
05Fuel/propulsion System1
30 total across 1 model years (2010–2010)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Saab 9-3 Fuel Economy

21–24mpg combined
·
17-21city
·
27-31hwy
·
$2,800-$3,700/yr

With 12 configurations tested, the 2010 Saab 9-3 ranges from 21 to 24 MPG combined. That's a 3 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
9-3 Sport Sedan - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city31 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 SportCombi - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city31 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sedan AWD - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3X SportCombi AWD - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 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 Sedan AWD - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,700/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
9-3X SportCombi AWD - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sedan AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3X SportCombi AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2010 Saab 9-3

26States

If you're near Illinois, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 26 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2010.

Buying a 2010 Saab 9-3?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2010 Saab 9-3 a good car to buy?

The 2010 Saab 9-3 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 4 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2010 Saab 9-3?

There are 4 documented recalls for the 2010 Saab 9-3. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2010 Saab 9-3?

You'll get between 21 and 24 MPG combined from the 2010 Saab 9-3, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2010 Saab 9-3?

Out of 30 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2010 compare to other Saab 9-3 years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Saab 9-3 model years. Visit the Saab 9-3 buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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