What Changed

The all-wheel-drive system dubbed XWD becomes standard on all Aero (V6) models and is optionally available on 2.0T models. An electronically controlled limited slip differential is standard on Aero V6 XWD models. OnStar 8.0 and Bluetooth are now available.

Comparison to Prior Model

2009 Saab 9-3 SportCombi 2008 Saab 9-3 SportCombi
2009 Saab 9-3 SportCombi 2008 Saab 9-3 SportCombi
Price Range ($) $31,790 - $44,885 $29,250 - $43,915
Length (in) 183.2 183.2
Wheelbase (in) 105.3 105.3
Width (in) 69.4 69.4
Height (in) 60.6 60.6
Track (in) 59.9 59.9
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 384.8 384.8
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3210-3770 3210-3820
Legroom Total (in.) 77.4 77.4
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 95.0 95.0
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 29.7 29.7
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • AWD
  • FWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 2.0l I4 T (210-bhp)
  • 2.8l V6 T (280-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 (210-bhp)
  • 2.8l V6 (255-bhp)
  • 2.8l V6 (280-bhp)
Transmissions A5, A6, M6 A5, A6, M6
City MPG 15-19 15-19
Highway MPG 24-29 24-29
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