Car financing: 2012 Saab 9-3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.7 to 10.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 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
- 9.7 to 10.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 2012 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.
2012 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 | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.6 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km | 12.9 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.2 L/100 km | 7.9 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.7 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 230 g/km | 240 g/km | 251 g/km | 259 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.04 | $15.50 | $16.74 | $16.74 |
2012 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) | 20 | 20 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 30 | 28 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 | 23 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 | 28 | 26 | 25 |
| 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$2,800 | US$2,900 | US$3,050 | US$3,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,008 | $3,100 | $3,348 | $3,348 |
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 2012 Saab 9-3
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2012 Saab 9-3
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2012 Saab 9-3 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Buying the 2012 Saab 9-3 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the 9-3
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Reading the spec sheet
The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Fuel use is rated 9.7 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 29 litres. Expect about $15.04 per 100 km at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Living with the 9-3
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Luggage space is rated at 850 litres: bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
A longer test drive
Rent first, buy later: a week with the 9-3 answers the big questions. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A week with the 9-3 answers more than any brochure.
Choosing the right one
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
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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 2012 Saab 9-3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Saab 9-3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Saab 9-3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Saab 9-3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Saab 9-3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2012 Saab 9-3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3008.00.
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.