2003 Saab 9-3 Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2003 Saab 9-3 (21–23 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars, Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.0 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 21–23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,900–$3,900
- Configurations
- 6
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 | 18–20 | 27–29 | 21–23 | $3,550–$3,900 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 19–20 | 28–29 | 23 | $2,900 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-3 Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,900 |
| 9-3 Convertible | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,550 |
| 9-3 Sport Sedan | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| 9-3 Sport Sedan | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,900 |
| 9-3 Sport Sedan | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,900 |
| 9-3 Sport Sedan | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,750 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2003 Saab 9-3?
According to EPA data, the 2003 Saab 9-3 is rated at 21–23 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2003 Saab 9-3 have?
The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2003 Saab 9-3 use?
It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2003 Saab 9-3?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,900 to $3,900.