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Saab 9-3 Hatchback (1998-2002) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £16,495 - £30,845
Road tax cost £255 - £415
Insurance group 21 - 34
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 366 - 673 miles
Number of doors 3 - 5
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Performance; interior design; comfort

CONS

Handling is not as sporty as some rivals

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

The old 900 was not very good. Solid and reliable, but not very good. So Saab changed it. Outwardly there are mild front and rear styling changes, but underneath the 9-3 has been substantially changed for the better. Apart from the new badge, the interior, suspension and steering transformed this compact executive. It may not quite match BMWs and Audis but is still a very competent alternative.