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2008 Saab 9-3 SportCombi
At a Glance
| Pricing | $29,250 - $43,915 |
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| Drive Types | FWD, AWD |
| Engines | I4 (210-bhp), V6 (255-bhp), V6 (280-bhp) |
| Transmissions | A5, A6, M6 |
| Fuel Economy | 15-19 (city), 24-29 (highway) |
Our Ratings
| Velocity Index | 70 |
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One of the best looking wagons
Overview Information
The 9-3 SportCombi looks much nicer than its name suggests. In fact, the little 9-3 wagon is one of the best looking compact wagons on the market. A choice of two turbocharged powerplants is available: a 210-bhp 2.0L I-4, or a 250-bhp 2.8L V-6. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual, 5-speed automatic (2.0T SportCombi), or 6-speed automatic (Aero SportCombi). Value-conscious customers will prefer the base 2.0T SportCombi due to its significantly lower price. The 9-3 Aero SportCombi does have a more powerful V-6, sport-tuned suspension, and 17-inch alloy wheels, but at a significant price premium.
What Changed:
The 9-3 receives numerous styling changes for 2008 featuring all-new front-end styling. A new AWD Aero model has been announced for the sedan and wagon variants. A limited-edition Turbo X model features a turbocharged 6-cylinder and all-wheel-drive.
Official Word:
The 2008 Saab 9-3 range makes its debut in Saab showrooms sporting major exterior enhancements inspired by the acclaimed Aero X Concept. Additionally, in keeping with Saab's driver focused heritage, the 2008 9-3 range gets a more powerful engine to match the more powerful-looking exterior: The 2.8L V-6 turbo has been modified to produce 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 258 lb.-ft. of torque (350 Nm), a five-horsepower improvement over the 2007 model. "2008 will be a...Read.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
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| 9-3 SportCombi 2.0T | 2.0l I4 (210-bhp) | M6 | FWD | 60 | $29,250 |
| 9-3 SportCombi 2.0T | 2.0l I4 (210-bhp) | A5 | FWD | 56 | $30,600 |
| 9-3 SportCombi Aero | 2.8l V6 (255-bhp) | M6 | FWD | 63 | $36,250 |
| 9-3 SportCombi Aero | 2.8l V6 (255-bhp) | A6 | FWD | 59 | $37,600 |
| 9-3 SportCombi Aero | 2.8l V6 (255-bhp) | M6 | AWD | 70 | $38,895 |
| 9-3 SportCombi Aero | 2.8l V6 (255-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 66 | $40,245 |
| 9-3 SportCombi Turbo X | 2.8l V6 (280-bhp) | M6 | AWD | 70 | $42,565 |
| 9-3 SportCombi Turbo X | 2.8l V6 (280-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 66 | $43,915 |
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