Saab 9-3 Hatchback 1998-

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A good second-hand buy - especially compared with Audi, BMW, etc.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Service at main dealer expensive - day to day running costs ok.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Smooth motorway driving - not as involving as I hoped.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Probably quicker than it actually feels. Front wheel spin can be tiresome.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No time off-road - only problem engine check light occasionally appears.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Has a cool, assured air about it - the Sven Goran-Eriksson of cars.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quiet, comfortable cabin and well-equipped. Legroom a bit tight in back and not enough room to put things!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    On a couple of occasions has been unlocked when I've sworn I've locked it, but I think this is down to the early onset of senility.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Service was faultless, but you get what you pay for I suppose.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes