2004 Saab 9-3 Specs, MPG & Trims

EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2004 Saab 9-3 (20–24 MPG combined) across 8 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
20–24 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,800–$4,100
Configurations
8

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.

EPA city, highway and combined ratings by powertrain for the 2004 Saab 9-3. Electric configurations are rated in MPGe.
PowertrainCityHighwayCombinedAnnual fuel costCO2
4-cyl 2.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive17–1925–2820–22$3,750–$4,100—
4-cyl 2.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive19–2027–3022–24$2,800–$3,050—

Configurations & engine comparison

Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.

Every EPA-listed configuration for the 2004 Saab 9-3 (8 rows). "Configuration" is the EPA configuration/engine name.
Configuration / engineDriveTransmissionCyl.Displ. (L)Fuel typeCityHwyComb.Annual cost
9-3 ConvertibleFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S5)42.0Premium Gasoline172620$4,100
9-3 ConvertibleFront-Wheel DriveManual 5-spd42.0Premium Gasoline192722$3,750
9-3 ConvertibleFront-Wheel DriveManual 6-spd42.0Premium Gasoline182822$3,750
9-3 Sport SedanFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S5)42.0Regular Gasoline192722$3,050
9-3 Sport SedanFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S5)42.0Premium Gasoline182721$3,900
9-3 Sport SedanFront-Wheel DriveManual 5-spd42.0Regular Gasoline203024$2,800
9-3 Sport SedanFront-Wheel DriveManual 5-spd42.0Premium Gasoline192822$3,750
9-3 Sport SedanFront-Wheel DriveManual 6-spd42.0Premium Gasoline182521$3,900

Frequently asked questions

What is the combined MPG of the 2004 Saab 9-3?

According to EPA data, the 2004 Saab 9-3 is rated at 20–24 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.

How many cylinders does the 2004 Saab 9-3 have?

The EPA data lists 4 cylinders for this vehicle.

What fuel type does the 2004 Saab 9-3 use?

It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.

What is the annual fuel cost of the 2004 Saab 9-3?

The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,800 to $4,100.