Trim Report

Saab 9-3 Arc2011

Includes:9-3|Arc
$3,800
Starting From
7
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 7 active dealer listings as of

Min $3,800
Max $29,500
From $3,800
Fresh

Arc Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,500
$3K–$11K
8 listings118,750 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

2011 Saab 9-3 Arc Pricing

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Where to Find Saab 9-3 Arc

Location data for all 2011 Saab 9-3 trims combined

22States

If you're near Pennsylvania, you're in luck: 13% of listings are there. But with 22 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Saab 9-3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2011 Saab 9-3 trims

Low Concern

The 2011 Saab 9-3 has a low safety risk profile with 4 recall campaigns and 30 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

4
Recalls
30
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
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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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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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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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 30 owners have filed complaints about the 2011 Saab 9-3. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags23
02Air Bags,seat Belts2
03Seat Belts1
04Engine1
05Suspension,unknown Or Other1
30 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Saab 9-3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2011 Saab 9-3 trims

20–24mpg combined
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17-21city
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26-30hwy
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$1,800-$2,200/yr

Across 10 configurations, the 2011 Saab 9-3 returns 20–24 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
9-3 Sport Sedan - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 SportCombi - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$1,800/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sedan AWD - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3X SportCombi AWD - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sport Sedan - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Convertible - Automatic (S5)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 SportCombi - Automatic (S5)
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3 Sedan AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
9-3X SportCombi AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city27 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the Arc Worth It?

Common questions about the 2011 Saab 9-3 Arc

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

The Arc occupies a distinct position in the Saab 9-3 range. See how it stacks up on the 2011 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2011 Saab 9-3 Arc?

Maintenance costs for the Arc align with the broader Saab 9-3 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2011 model year has 4 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2011 Saab 9-3 page for the full breakdown.

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

For the Arc, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Saab 9-3 buyer's guide.

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