1999 Saab 9-3 Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1999 Saab 9-3 (19–21 MPG combined) across 7 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars, Midsize Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.0 L; 4-cyl, 2.3 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 19–21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,200–$4,100
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$8,500 to −$4,000 more than average
- Configurations
- 7
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 17–18 | 23–25 | 19–21 | $3,200–$3,550 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-3 | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | — | — |
| 9-3 | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 | −$4,000 | — | — |
| 9-3 | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 | −$8,500 | — | — |
| 9-3 Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | — | — |
| 9-3 Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 | −$4,000 | — | — |
| 9-3 Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 | −$8,500 | — | — |
| 9-3 Viggen | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.3 | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1999 Saab 9-3?
According to EPA data, the 1999 Saab 9-3 is rated at 19–21 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1999 Saab 9-3 have?
The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 1999 Saab 9-3 use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1999 Saab 9-3?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,200 to $4,100.
How much will the 1999 Saab 9-3 cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 1999 Saab 9-3 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$8,500 to −$4,000 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).