These are standard specifications for the 2003 Saab 9-3, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 5 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 2003 - |
| Price : | MSRP: $26,500-32,000 |
| Weight : | 3175 lbs | 1440.156 kg |
| Introduced At : | 2003 Detroit MI |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 7.0 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 140 mph | 225.26 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1988 cc | 121.3 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque : | 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 2500 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Direct-Injection | |
| Ignition system : | Saab Trionic-8 |
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1988 cc | 121.3 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque : | 221 Ft-Lbs (300 NM) @ 2500 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.5:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
5 Manual , 5 Automatic
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 04V540000 |
| Summary | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION OR STALLING. |
| Consequence | IF THE VEHICLE STALLS AS A RESULT OF THIS CONDITION, IT CAN BE RESTARTED IMMEDIATELY. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. |
| Notes | GM/SAAB CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NO. CSC 15419.THIS ACTION IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN AND IS NOT BEING CONDUCTED UNDER THE SAFETY ACT. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20020501 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 07V087000 |
| Summary | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION. |
| Consequence | OVER TIME, THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LOOSEN FROM THE PUMP RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WERE PRESENT, THE FUEL MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SECURING BRACKET THAT WILL SECURE THE FUEL LINES TO THE FUEL PUMP EVEN IF THE PLASTIC RETAINING TABS SHOULD BREAK. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 13, 2007. THIS IS AN EXPANSION OF PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGNS - SEE 04V557 AND 06V126. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. |
| Notes | SAAB RECALL NO. 07052 (15018, 06033). CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20020701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 04V226000 |
| Summary | SOME SPORT SEDANS WERE BUILT WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT WERE DAMAGED DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS. IF DAMAGED, OVER TIME, THE AUTOMATIC TENSIONING SYSTEM (ATS) CABLE IN THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR COULD BREAK CAUSING THE BELT WEBBING TO NOT RETRACT. |
| Consequence | IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 24, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. |
| Notes | SAAB RECALL NO. 15017. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SAAB CARS USA, INC. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20020701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 05V236000 |
| Summary | 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. |
| Consequence | IF THIS CONDITION WERE TO OCCUR WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE IS REQUIRED, A CRASH COULD OCCUR. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REDESIGNED CHECK VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007. |
| Notes | SAAB RECALL NO. 15019 (GM RECALL NO. 05057).CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236. |
Data updated January 2023
2003 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $45,016 |
| Avg. Home : | $246,300 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.83 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2003 Saab 9-3?
Q: How fast is the 2003 Saab 9-3? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 has a top speed of 140 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2003 Saab 9-3? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 has a wheelbase size of 105.30 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2003 Saab 9-3? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 has a length of 182.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2003 Saab 9-3? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 has a width of 69.00 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2003 Saab 9-3? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2003 Saab 9-3 cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 had an MSRP of $26,500 - $$32,000 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2003 Saab 9-3 have? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 had the following engine options: Turbocharged Inline 4 (1988 cc | 121.3 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 175 HP (128.8 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 2500 RPM Turbocharged Inline 4 (1988 cc | 121.3 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 221 Ft-Lbs (300 NM) @ 2500 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2003 Saab 9-3 have? A: The 2003 Saab 9-3 had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 5 speed Automatic.