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Contents. Overview The car was badged as 9 3 starting in the 1998 model year, when Saab revised the naming strategy of their small car to match that of the larger 9 5. The model was advertised as 9-3, pronounced as 'nine three'. The Saab 9-3 was launched in 1997 for the 1998 model year essentially as a rebadged 2nd Generation (1994–1997 model), and succeeded by a redesigned 9-3 for the 2003 model year. It is not to be confused with the, pronounced 'ninety three', which was a car produced by Saab from 1955 to 1960.

Saab 9-3 Anniversary convertible (Australia) The first generation 9-3, an updated was launched in 1998 for the 1999 model year. It was known to enthusiasts as the OG 9-3 (old generation) and internally as body style 9400.

It continued as a full line through the 2002 model year. (In 2003, Saab produced only the convertible model of this line – other models were replaced by the second generation 9-3). Saab claimed that 1,100 changes were made, including a revised in an attempt to tighten up the handling characteristics of its predecessor, the Saab 900 (1994–1998 model).

It featured revised styling with some models receiving a black rear and removed Saab's trademark centrally mounted 'snow flap'. It was available as a three or five-door, and as a two-door. It was the last small Saab to use the company's.

Improvements over the included better with more extensive A-pillar reinforcements, stronger door sills and frames, standard torso/head side-airbags and. Other notable changes were stronger AC compressor and a switch to an hydraulically operated convertible top instead of electric. The 9-3 was available with a new variant of the B204 engine (B204E, 154 hp (115 kW)), a low pressure turbo (LPT) engine based on the B204L used in the last generation Saab 900.

Market, all 9-3s received turbocharged petrol engines with the 'full pressure turbo' (B204L, 185 hp (138 kW)) as the standard offering, and a 'HOT' (B204R, 200 hp) variant in the SE models for the 1999 model year. The 2000 model year saw a revision from SAAB's to Trionic 7 engine management system.

The T7 based engines were the B205L with 185 hp (138 kW) and the B205R HOT engine with 205 hp (153 kW). The first generation 9-3 was also the first Saab available with a diesel engine, a unit also found in the, Astra G, Signum, Zafira A. Unlike the, the 9-3 is fitted with a like the Saab 9-5.

A Saab innovation is the ', carried over from the Saab 900, which permits dousing of the instrument panel lighting, except for essential information, for less distraction when night driving. A total of 326,370 first generation 9-3s were built. Saab 9-3 Viggen. Saab 9-3 Viggen A high-powered version of the Saab 9-3, the 'Viggen' (English: ), was marketed from 1999 to 2002. It was named after the aircraft. The Viggen included a turbocharged 2.3 L engine (B235R). Initially it was rated at 225 bhp (168 kW; 228 PS) and later at 230 bhp (172 kW; 233 PS) on 1.0 bar (15 psi) of boost from its turbocharger.

The cars were equipped with a higher capacity intercooler, performance tuned ECU, flow through muffler and tip, heavy duty clutch and pressure plate, stiffened and lowered springs, firmer dampers, as well as stronger CV joints and driveshafts. In 1999, the Viggen was the first 9-3 to use Saab's 7 engine management system. The 2001 model year introduced a (TCS). The TCS was later made available in the SE line. The car featured a rear wing that required relocating the radio antenna, aerodynamically designed bumpers and side skirts, special bolstered and colored leather seats (in four colors: black with black inserts (charcoal), black with blue inserts (deep blue), black with orange inserts (flame ochre), or tan with tan inserts), sportier suspension, as well as bigger wheels and upgraded brakes. The Viggen was only available with a five-speed manual transmission, CD player, power moonroof, and (what were initially) Viggen-specific motorised and heated leather seats with the Viggen delta logo embossed in the backrest; these were later also available in the Aero model (U.S. Market 'SE' model) without the embossed Viggen logo.

Some colors featured carbon-fibre interior trim from its introduction to the middle of the 2001 model year. Cars built afterward came with a less expensive printed gray pattern for the dash and standard trim. New buyers of Viggens in the U.S. Were offered two days of advanced driving instruction at and an opportunity to dine with Saab USA executives from nearby Norcross, Georgia.

Some motoring journalists were critical of untamed torque steer in low gears. Production summary Viggen Production Summary Models produced Models imported into the U.S. Model Year Yearly total Total Convertible 3-door 5-door 19 1,099 426 426 2000 1,621 804 245 138 421 2001 1,251 1,152 738 129 285 2002 615 550 322 71 157 Total 4,600 2,932 1,305 764 863. With and, Shown Here In Trionic 7 Trim. Other than the diesel engines, all the first generation engines were versions of the. Other than the, the first generation 9-3 was the last to utilise this all Saab engine design.

All versions of this engine feature a design with Saab's. All turbocharged engines utilise Saab's engine management system which works hand in hand with the Direct Ignition's IDM module (mounted to the top of the engine, directly engaging the spark plugs). The later two technologies were migrated into other products during the ten years that GM controlled Saab. All of the engines, other than the normally aspirated version and the low-pressure turbo, had high specific power outputs. The B205R generated 102.5 horsepower (76.4 kW) per litre and 210 lb⋅ft (285 N⋅m) of.

Saab 9-3 Aero 2.8T sedan, Australia The new 9-3 departed from the engine used previously for a new 2.0 L engine from ' for the petrol powered models. There are three different versions of the inline-four, with the amount of turbo boost determining the power output. The 150 hp (110 kW) version (1.8t) was standard in the non-U.S.

Market Linear form (trim-level). The 175 horsepower (130 kW) version (2.0t) was standard in U.S. Market Linear or non-U.S.

Market Vector form, mated with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed 'Sentronic' which is a traditional, not to be confused with SAAB's earlier which was a manual transmission which allowed for shifting without a clutch pedal. The 210 horsepower 2.0T (B207R engine) was available in both the Arc and Vector forms, and as the Aero in Australia and the United Kingdom. In 2003 Aero, Arc,Linear and Vector models, the standard manual transmission was a 5-speed gearbox with the 6 speed a £200 optional extra (UK market price.) The 9-3 and the were the first of the global, which was then lengthened to accommodate four new cousins, the, the, and the. A proprietary fiber-optic electric/electronic system, the possibility of AWD (exploited from 2008 on, dubbed ), and ReAxs as described above, are just a few of the features exclusive to the 9-3. On February 22, 2012, the final 47 Saabs were built.

They were all 9-3 Independence Edition convertible models built by one of Sweden's largest car dealers, ANA, in. There were 21 cars, and 26 ones.

The final Saab was a Saab 9-3 Aero Independence Edition TTiD convertible. Second-generation 9-3 engines Note: diesel engines are not available in North America. Starting from late 2004 diesel engines are Fiat-sourced common rail units. Model Years Engine and type Displ. 9-3 SportCombi The Vector form was replaced with the Aero in the.

In addition, the Arc received the 5-speed manual in place of the 6-speed. In the UK 210 horsepower 2.0T was also available as the 6 speed manual 9-3 Aero. 2005 United States versions were sold with 16-inch wheels standard (17-inch for the Aero) unlike the 15-inch wheels which were previously found in the Linear version. In the United States, but not in most countries, the 2005 was the last year of the Linear and Arc versions.

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In addition, the 6-speed manual was dropped and both the Arc and Aero received the 5-speed manual. 2006 9-3 2.0T A new V6 engine was introduced.

A new 2.8-liter was also added for 2006 along with an improved 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produced 35 more horsepower. The option had 12.3 psi maximum turbo boost pressure and turned out 210 hp (160 kW), while the 6-cylinder had 8.7 and turned out 250 hp (190 kW). In certain markets, like Switzerland, a 230 hp variant of the 6-cylinder was also offered in Vector trim. The 2.0-litre 16-valve turbo model was marketed in the United States as the 2.0T, replacing the Linear and Arc models sold until the 2005 model year. The United States 2.0T version was similar to the 2005 Arc except for U.S. Linear wheels were used.

The Linear and Arc versions continued to be sold in most other countries. A special '20 Years Edition Aero Convertible' for the American market was unveiled at the in January 2006 to celebrate 20 years since the introduction of the convertible. 9-3 updated interior The dashboard was revamped for 2007, with the Saab Information Display moved from its high mounted position to the main instrument binnacle.

The button-heavy climate control system disappeared, replaced by the climate control system, was re-introduced and required when Nav was ordered in North America, and the corporate GM head unit debuted, which allowed for satellite radio and MP3 CD capability. The suspension went from harsh to firm, and the cabin was quietened. Steel Gray was also replaced with Titan Gray as an exterior color choice.

Market, only the 210 hp 2.0-liter 16-valve turbo engine and the 250 hp 2.8-litre V-6 turbo were available. The manual transmission in the 2.0 model was changed from a 5-speed to a 6-speed. A 60th Anniversary Edition was also offered for sedan, wagon and convertible body styles for 2007 to celebrate 60 years of SAAB. The package was available on 2.0T cars, and included unique five-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels, black leather sport seats with grey inserts and SAAB embossments on the front seats, dark walnut trim, black floormats with grey binding, front fog lamps and a BOSE audio system with 6-disc CD changer and satellite radio. Sedan and convertible models also received trunk-lid spoilers. An Ice Blue metallic paint was offered for the edition, as well as standard SAAB paint colors. 60th Anniversary Edition sedans were offered for $24,820 USD, SportCombi wagons for $30,065 USD, and $40,065 USD for convertibles.

Saab Turbo X Saab Turbo X debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt auto show. It was made to celebrate SAAB's 30 years of turbocharging.

All Turbo X were offered in metallic jet black with matte grey trim. The Turbo X is SAAB's first production car with the system from and eLSD. It is powered by a 2.8-litre V6 producing 280 PS (210 kW) mated to a six-speed or automatic gearbox. It has larger brakes as well as stiffer springs and shocks.

The dash, shift lever and door panels have carbon fiber look and the turbo boost gauge draws its inspiration from the. 2009 Saab 9-3X The 2009 9-3 series expands the trim levels while dropping the limited-edition Turbo X saloon and estate from the lineup. The 2.0T and Aero saloon and estate models are now available with Saab's all-wheel drive(XWD). The convertible range lacked the all-wheel-drive option.

The new Saab 9-3 was unchanged from the 2008 model. During 2009 the 9-3X was launched at the Geneva auto show. The 9-3X is a four-wheel-drive XUV version of the 9-3 SportWagon. 2010 For 2010, the Saab 9-3 Aero's turbocharged V6 was eliminated.

All models used the 2.0-liter turbo-4. Saab 9-3 ePower The Saab 9-3 ePower was unveiled at the 2010 and became Saab's first electric vehicle. The ePower is based on the 9-3 SportWagon, has a 35.5 pack, a top speed of 150 kilometres per hour (93 mph), and an estimated driving range of 200 km (120 mi). Had scheduled to run a two-year trial with 70 ePower demonstrators in Sweden by late 2011.

The new owner of the Saab estate, initially stated that they intended to start producing the all-electric 9-3 ePower to be launched in China by late 2013 or early 2014. The production version was slated to be unveiled at the and market launch for 2015. In April 2014 NEVS began production of a batch of 200 units to be tested in, China by mid-2014. After the test, sales are scheduled to begin in Sweden in 2015. 2011–2012. Saab PhoeniX Work on a third generation Saab 9-3 started in 2007, when designers in facilities in and began work on a design study.

The design language was supervised by Simon Padian, and the design team managed to produce a clay model and several computer models before General Motors announced it had put the Saab brand 'under review' in December 2008. After 2009, during which an intended sale of Saab to Swedish supercar manufacturer ultimately failed, General Motors reached an agreement with Dutch manufacturer in January 2010. The sale of Saab to Spyker was completed in late February 2010 and work on a replacement for the 9-3 was restarted virtually immediately. The new management of Saab, headed by CEO, felt, however, that a new design language was needed to distance a newly independent Saab from General Motors. Muller hired in June 2010 to work on a scalable car platform that would serve as the basis for future Saabs, beginning with the replacement for the 9-3. In October 2010 a number of prototypes were produced and evaluated against the prototypes made in 2007. Eventually, Castriota's prototype was chosen and the design team was instructed to develop a five-door, a and a on the new platform.

The work on the new platform culminated in the unveiling of the at the in March 2011. By that time, Saab had run into serious problems, but work on the PhoeniX platform and the 9-3 replacement continued, even when Saab went into voluntary reconstruction in September 2011. The replacement of the 9-3, which had been renamed 900 by that time, was to have 1.6 liter turbo engine supplied by, which was also to supply the car's start-stop system. The car was to have a hybrid drivetrain and was to be released in both a premium Aero and an economy Vector variant. When Saab finally filed for bankruptcy in December 2011, Castriota and his team had finished most work on the car's body and its engineering, with the interior remaining the last hurdle before completing the car, which was planned for Fall 2012. The main assets of the bankrupt company were acquired by (NEVS), which may revisit the PhoeniX platform.

NEVS was focusing its efforts on producing an electric variant of the second generation 9-3. Awards 2010. Saab 9-3 received an award as the most reliable vehicle in the middle class. With 50,000 km, 93.1% of Saab's showed no defect requiring the service and for the 100,000 km, this percentage is still respectable and is 84.2%.

2006. Wards 10 Best Engines 2.8L V-6 Turbo See also. Notes.

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