
Saab 9-3 Sedan II · Facelift 2007
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Saab 9-3 Sedan II · Facelift 2007

Saab 9-3 Sedan II · Facelift 2007

Saab 9-3 Sedan II · Facelift 2007

Saab 9-3 Sedan II · Facelift 2007
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| Model | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp |
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| Power | 420hp313kW+140 hp | 364hp271kW+84 hp | 330hp246kW+50 hp | 280hp209kW |
| Torque | 620Nm457lb-ft+220 Nm | 540Nm398lb-ft+140 Nm | 488Nm360lb-ft+88 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,740kg3,836lb | 1,740kg3,836lb | 1,740kg3,836lb | 1,740kg3,836lb |
| Gross weight | 2,200kg4,850lb | 2,200kg4,850lb | 2,200kg4,850lb | 2,200kg4,850lb |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 50.3s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-12.6 s Calculated | 57.1s99% target: 287 km/h / 178 mph-5.8 s Calculated | 57.9s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-5.0 s Calculated | 62.9s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8s-1.4 s | 5.3s-0.9 s | 5.6s-0.6 s | 6.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.0s-6.4 s Calculated | 14.5s-4.8 s Calculated | 16.4s-3.0 s Calculated | 19.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.6s-1.3 s Calculated | 5.0s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK | 10.6L/100 km22.2mpg US26.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 15.9L/100 km14.8mpg US17.8mpg UK | 15.9L/100 km14.8mpg US17.8mpg UK | 15.9L/100 km14.8mpg US17.8mpg UK | 15.9L/100 km14.8mpg US17.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK | 7.5L/100 km31.4mpg US37.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.1s-1.1 s Calculated | 13.5s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 241hp/t180kW/t109hp/1000 lb Calculated | 209hp/t156kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 190hp/t142kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 161hp/t120kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 356Nm/t238lb-ft/ton Calculated | 310Nm/t208lb-ft/ton Calculated | 280Nm/t188lb-ft/ton Calculated | 230Nm/t154lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 575km358mi Calculated | 575km358mi Calculated | 575km358mi Calculated | 575km358mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,792cc170cu in | 2,792cc170cu in | 2,792cc170cu in | 2,792cc170cu in |
| Length | 4,647mm183in | 4,647mm183in | 4,647mm183in | 4,647mm183in |
| Width | 1,762mm69in | 1,762mm69in | 1,762mm69in | 1,762mm69in |
| Height | 1,450mm57in | 1,450mm57in | 1,450mm57in | 1,450mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,675mm105in | 2,675mm105in | 2,675mm105in | 2,675mm105in |
| Front track | 1,524mm60in | 1,524mm60in | 1,524mm60in | 1,524mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,506mm59in | 1,506mm59in | 1,506mm59in | 1,506mm59in |
| Ground clearance | 150mm6in | 150mm6in | 150mm6in | 150mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 425L | 425L | 425L | 425L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 61L | 61L | 61L | 61L |
Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,900-4,500 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,900-4,500 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,900-4,500 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 5,300 rpm | 1,900-4,500 rpm | 5,550 rpm |
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.6 s | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.8 s | 5.3 s | 5.6 s | 6.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.0 s | 14.5 s | 16.4 s | 19.4 s |
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.5 s | 8.8 s | 9.0 s | 9.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.7 s | 11.1 s | 11.5 s | 12.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.6 s | 13.1 s | 13.5 s | 14.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 197 km/h 122 mph | 189 km/h 117 mph | 181 km/h 113 mph | 172 km/h 107 mph |
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 420 hp 313 kW |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 364 hp 271 kW |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 280 hp 209 kW |
Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 3) 420 hp has 140 hp more than Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 280 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 280 hp and Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 3) 420 hp: 140 hp (104 kW).
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb |
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 3) 420 hp and Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 280 hp: 1.4 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 2) 364 hp and Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 1) 330 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 575 km 358 mi |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 575 km 358 mi |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 575 km 358 mi |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 575 km 358 mi |
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 420 hp 313 kW | 4.8 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 364 hp 271 kW | 5.3 s | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.6 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 280 hp 209 kW | 6.2 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp |
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Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp |
| 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 3) 420 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 5.3 s |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK |
| Vehicle | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 3)420 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 2)364 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6 (Stage 1)330 hp | Saab9-3 Sedan IIFacelift 20072.8T V6280 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 420 hp 313 kW | 364 hp 271 kW | 330 hp 246 kW | 280 hp 209 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.8 s | 5.3 s | 5.6 s | 6.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 292 km/h 181 mph | Unrestricted 290 km/h180 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb | 1,740 kg 3,836 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km 22.2 mpg US 26.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 575 km 358 mi | 575 km 358 mi | 575 km 358 mi | 575 km 358 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
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| Vehicle | Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 3) 420 hp | Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 2) 364 hp | Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 (Stage 1) 330 hp | Saab 9-3 Sedan II Facelift 2007 2.8T V6 280 hp |
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| Consumption | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK | 10.6 L/100 km22.2 mpg US26.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 18.55 LC100 km | 18.55 LC100 km | 18.55 LC100 km | 18.55 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi | 29.85 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal | 1,590 L420 US gal350 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,783 LC/year | 2,783 LC/year | 2,783 LC/year | 2,783 LC/year |
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