2006 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 10.5 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.5 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2006 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.
2006 Saab 9-3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.8L 6-cylinder turbo | 2.8L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.0 L/100 km | 12.9 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.5 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.5 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 247.7 g/km | 252 g/km | 291 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.38 | $18.72 | $21.70 | $21.70 |
2006 Saab 9-3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.8 L | 2.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 18 | 15 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 28 | 26 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 23 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 850 L (30 cu ft) | 850 L (30 cu ft) | 850 L (30 cu ft) | 850 L (30 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,667 | US$3,733 | US$4,350 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,676 | $3,744 | $4,340 | $4,340 |
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 2006 Saab 9-3
- NHTSA lists 2 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 179 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (87), service brakes (34) and seat belts (15). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V063000 | 2016-02-03 | 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... |
| 14V318000 | 2014-06-12 | 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2006 Saab 9-3: before you buy
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2006 Saab 9-3 for sale by us right now. Before buying the 2006 Saab 9-3, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the 9-3
There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 179 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, service brakes and seat belts; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
What the specs mean
The engine is the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
It is rated 10.5 L/100 km combined: about 32 litres every 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $18.38 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,667 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. Its 850 litres of luggage space fit bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Who it is for
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Try before you buy
Rent the 9-3 for a week and see how it fits your life. Drive the 9-3 on your commute before you commit to it. A test week in the 9-3 tells you more than any review.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$3,667 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
Narrowing it down
Within the 2006 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
When you know your dates
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 2006 Saab 9-3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 Saab 9-3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 Saab 9-3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Saab 9-3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 Saab 9-3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,667 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3676.00.
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.