New Saab 9-3 Range Revealed

[mikeyb]

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The new Saab 9-3 range will feature bold styling, inspired by the award-winning Aero X concept car, backed by cutting edge technology for greater driving appeal. .


With all-new front bodywork, ‘signature’ lighting, new door panels and rear styling features, the latest generation 9-3 acquires a more focused, assertive stance, reflecting the introduction of technical advances aimed at delivering an even more rewarding experience behind the wheel.
Most noticeable is the sharper frontal styling, which adopts grille and hood themes first seen on the Aero X concept, together with a return of Saab’s classic ‘clamshell’ design. This new ‘face’ is reinforced by other exterior changes that all combine to give the range a clearer, more distinctive Saab identity.

“We are introducing significant developments across three key areas: design, performance and handling,” says Jan Åke Jonsson, Managing Director of Saab Automobile. “The result is a major step forward in strengthening the visual and driving appeal of our core product line-up, which accounts for about two-thirds of global sales.”
The new 9-3 range comprises Sport Sedan, SportCombi and Convertible models, each offering a unique ‘tri-fuel’ engine choice of gasoline, diesel or BioPower (E85). Available in three forms, Linear, Vector and Aero, the range goes on sale from August (TBC).

-Worldcarfans

[Talbot]

Thats hella sexy. I want one!

[jmv]

thats nice looking, although i'd like to see some pics from the side and rear.

[seanmcsean]

(hump)

I <3 sexy turbowagons :)

[mikeyb]

thats nice looking, although i'd like to see some pics from the side and rear.

The sides are the same and the rear just has new tails.

[dmitrik4]

sex-ay.

[31R]

Im a fan of Saab now. My wife just got a 2003 9-3 and we love it.
Subbn for more angles of the new 9-3!!

[chuyler1]

Not bad.

[Talbot]

Yeah, I love our Saab 9-3, talk about a fast little car. I find no problem in passing cars on the freeway.:D

I especially love the sound of the boost it has when the turbo goes into action.

[Dimitrios]

Tits.

[mikeyb]

Still no AWD.

[k-lea]

unf.

[FreewheelBurner]

Very Subaru-esque

[SilverBulletES]

High five!

[Antoine]

The black is really dynamic...Me likey but I've got a feeling it would be more exciting just looking at it then driving it...;)

[mikeyb]

Very Subaru-esque

Are you thinking that because it looks alot like the Saabaru? The front bumper is very similar to the current Legacy.

[mikeyb]

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[mikeyb]

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[k-lea]

..bleh..

[seanmcsean]

I freaking love the sportcombi.

[Talbot]

The wagon is freakin huge. But I still think they are hella sexy!

[FrigginGLI]

Sedan is nice, although the GM in it turns me off of it.

[Donas64]

The black is really dynamic...Me likey but I've got a feeling it would be more exciting just looking at it then driving it...;)

Bingo!

Its not a bad looks car at all but the only saab I've ever truly wanted is the discontinued 9-3 Viggen.

Raw, quirky, rare and torque steer all over the place!!!

http://www.damox.com/cars/thumbs/Saab/Saab_9dash3_viggen.jpg

[mikeyb]

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[Donas64]

that Aero looks great. I've always had a thing for Saab Drop tops. Plus apparently Saabs have awesome midrange punch. I watched a top gear episode where they said a Saab is stupid fast from 40-65 or so.

[Donas64]

that Aero looks great. I've always had a thing for Saab Drop tops. Plus apparently Saabs have awesome midrange punch. I watched a top gear episode where they said a Saab is stupid fast from 40-65 or so.

[Talbot]

I think the taillights on the linear look pretty cool.

[Rainman]

Is it me or does the forehead look really high especially on the wagon?

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[Donas64]

Yeah right above the A pillar does seem quite high, or it might just be an optical illusion of the dramatic roof slope. Audi still makes the best proportioned sport wagons and the Protege5 Design still holds up amazingly well after all these years.

[tunersteve]

My good friend and fellow forum member has that exact car, and its definitely an animal in itself. They were truly an enthusiasts car, as they cost more than a Corvette for that model year. Most Viggen owners are hardcore Saab guys too. I would love to see this car come back, even if only a special edition.


Bingo!

Its not a bad looks car at all but the only saab I've ever truly wanted is the discontinued 9-3 Viggen.

Raw, quirky, rare and torque steer all over the place!!!

http://www.damox.com/cars/thumbs/Saab/Saab_9dash3_viggen.jpg

[mikeyb]

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[31R]

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[31R]

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[31R]

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[Mrs. CaSHMeRe]

i like it. the seats look cheap though

[31R]

Found news pics of the XWD version of the 9-3

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[mikeyb]

Thats actually a special edition 9-3.

What a sexy Saab!

[Donas64]

Always had a soft spot for Saabs. Scandanavian quirky & cool

[mikeyb]

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[mikeyb]

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[Donas64]

The turbo X wagon owns me! Thats just wicked right there!