Auto loans: 2007 Saab 9-3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.9 to 13.1 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
- 10.9 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2007 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.
2007 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 | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 12.6 L/100 km | 12.9 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.5 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.9 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 255 g/km | 259 g/km | 291 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $19.08 | $19.25 | $19.22 | $20.31 |
2007 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) | 19 | 18 | 16 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 21 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 25 | 23 | 22 |
| 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$3,800 | US$3,850 | US$3,550 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,816 | $3,850 | $3,844 | $4,062 |
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 2007 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 155 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (67), suspension (25) and engine (18). 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.
Buying the 2007 Saab 9-3
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2007 Saab 9-3 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. The 2007 Saab 9-3 for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Before you sign for the 9-3
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. Owners filed 155 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, suspension and engine; have those parts checked. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The figures, translated
The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo does the work, through a 6-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.
Rated at 10.9 L/100 km combined, it needs around 33 litres for a 300 km round trip. Expect about $19.08 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,800 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Space and size
Being a compact car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. In plain terms, its 850 litres of luggage space hold bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Good uses for the 9-3
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
A longer test drive
A week with the 9-3 answers more than any brochure. If the 9-3 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent the 9-3 first, and buy only if it fits your life.
What it costs to run
Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Narrowing it down
Within the 2007 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Ready when you are
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2007 Saab 9-3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2007 Saab 9-3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2007 Saab 9-3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2007 Saab 9-3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2007 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 2007 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 2007 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 2007 Saab 9-3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3816.00.
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.