Year | Make/Model | Nada Odds per 100 Cars | Lemon Odds per 100 Cars | ||
25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven2016 | Volkswagen Jetta | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
25 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 28100 miles driven | |||||
28 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 95500 miles driven2008 | Saab 9-3 | Join or sign in to view | see reported repairs | ||
28 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 95500 miles driven |
Saab 9-3 Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
excellent car reputation for safety see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 180hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
The history and the underdog mentality. Also the brand is unique in getting good design and performance in one package. The SAAB brand known for there engineering of new technology, and will see more of that nowadays I guess. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
Saab is different and independent, I know it was part of GM in this model year but they are still made by Swedes and have the Swedish touch. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 255hp 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cool, not showy or glitzy, integrity of design and reputation see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Only a concern when you play the 4 year new car shuffle, not feasible anymore on these cars! Again, if you're stressed out by your coworkers/neighbor's opinion of your car, a SAAB is not the best for you. Unless he/she has one? see full Saab 9-3 review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 255hp 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I had never known Saab until the moment I saw a black 93 stationwagon in a used car lot. I started my research, by that time Saab was already bankrupted so that Saabs are cheap to buy but expensive to own. I did my pros and cons and decided to went for it. This isa very special car, very handsomely styled and very, very cool! see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great design inside and out. Reliability sems to be going up with Spyker. I purchased my 2006 with resaerch that the 2002 to 2004 were very troubled years. Bumper to bumper warranty better than BMW. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
cool man see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Saab is a unique Brand. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2004 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
So far Saab has lived up to its reputation. see full Saab 9-3 review |
Saab 9-3 Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 180hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Some may think that this is an uncertain buy, but who cares? see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Does Saab have an image? see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
GM ruined the brand image. Car reviewers seem to dislike Saab see full Saab 9-3 review |
2003 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Once upon a time, Saab had a good name, what happened (Read realiability, that may answer your question) see full Saab 9-3 review |
2003 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Reputation for costly repairs and unreliability. see full Saab 9-3 review |
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
German manufacturer. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2003 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Volkswagen is a very reputable manufacturer see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
Volkswagen Jetta Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
It's been interesting to see the mixed reactions I get when people learn that I bought a VW. I'm known for my research-minded ways when it comes to big decisions, so I think the reliability (or lack thereof) reputation that Volkswagen has caused people to be surprised by my purchase. But for as many horror stories that I've read or heard, I've also heard from many owners who swear by and love their VWs and have had minor to no issues. Given how in love with my car I am after just one week...I get why VW owners love their cars (but, I'll admit, I still have my fingers crossed that I won't be plagued with too many quirks or issues). see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
VW/Audi has a reputation of poor reliability and expensive to service. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm a little worried about how it'll hold up, due to VW's reputation. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
That people automatically assume that all VWs are unreliable just because they had problems with their cars in the late 90s/early 00s. The new Jetta and Rabbit are MUCH better than they used to be. The TDIs especially are very reliable. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
VW gets a bad reputation for reliability and quality though they build an excellent vehicle in terms of safety, handling and fun to drive. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
More work is needed to convince public that VW is a reliable brand. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2003 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
Image of a good car, well built, good handling with lackluster dealer service leads to uninspiring owner experience for many. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 90hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD |
Average car see full Volkswagen Jetta review |