Auto loans: 2005 Saab 9-3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.5 to 11.6 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.5 to 11.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2005 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2005 Saab 9-3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.6 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.5 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.6 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 245.5 g/km | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 271 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.38 | $16.59 | $16.59 | $20.30 |
2005 Saab 9-3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 28 | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,650 | US$3,050 | US$3,050 | US$4,050 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,676 | $3,318 | $3,318 | $4,060 |
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 2005 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 95 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (32), seat belts (22) and air bags (12). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| 05V236000 | 2005-05-19 | service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | CERTAIN SPORT SEDAN AND CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A VACUUM PIPE CHECK VALVE FOR THE BRAKE BOOSTER THAT MAY FAIL FROM EXPOSURE TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES. THIS COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST, USUALLY WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2005 Saab 9-3?
No 2005 Saab 9-3 is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is what to know about the 2005 Saab 9-3 before buying one.
Before you sign for the 9-3
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
The numbers in plain words
The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 32 litres, from its 10.5 L/100 km rating. In money, 1,000 km costs about $183.80 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,650 a year for 15,000 miles.
Space and size
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The EPA lists 425 litres for luggage, roughly a family's bags for a long weekend.
Best uses
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Try before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. 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.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$3,650 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $18.38 in fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Narrowing it down
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Within the 2005 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
When you know your dates
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 2005 Saab 9-3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2005 Saab 9-3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Saab 9-3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Saab 9-3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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 2005 Saab 9-3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,650 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.