2001 Saab 9-3 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 to 11.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 to 11.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2001 Saab 9-3 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2001 Saab 9-3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 263 g/km | 263 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.59 | $18.72 | $18.72 | $17.36 | $19.60 |
2001 Saab 9-3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.3 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,750 | US$3,750 | US$3,200 | US$3,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,744 | $3,744 | $3,472 | $3,920 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2001 Saab 9-3
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 83 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (36), fuel system (20) and engine and engine cooling (18). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06V126000 | 2006-04-20 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION. |
| 05V399000 | 2005-09-14 | electrical system:ignition:module | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B205/B235 4-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES AND B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGBT) WITHIN THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) DUE TO INCREASED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO ELECTRICAL LOADS. |
| 04V557000 | 2004-11-19 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION. |
| 01V168000 | 2001-05-18 | air bags | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE AIR BAG ALERT LABELS MAY NOT BE PERMANENTLY AFFIXED AS REQUIRED BY THIS STANDARD. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2001 Saab 9-3?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2001 Saab 9-3 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. Before you buy the 2001 Saab 9-3, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Before you sign for the 9-3
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Owners filed 83 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, fuel system and engine and engine cooling; have those parts checked. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
The figures, translated
Its 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo drives through a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Fuel use is rated 10.7 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 32 litres. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $16.59. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the 9-3
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The EPA lists 623 litres for luggage, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
A good match for
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the 9-3 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Rent the 9-3 for a week and see how it fits your life. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $165.90 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Which one to look for
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Over to you
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2001 Saab 9-3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2001 Saab 9-3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2001 Saab 9-3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2001 Saab 9-3?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2001 Saab 9-3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2001 Saab 9-3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2001 Saab 9-3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3318.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.