Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 221 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 101.5 in | 3.8 in |
Length | 182.4 in | 173.5 in | 8.9 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 70.5 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 56.4 in | 56.8 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3480 lb. | 3505 lb. | -25 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 37.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.7 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.7 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 35.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 41.5 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 32.5 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
2006 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very, very confortable seats. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Particularly comfortable for tall drivers see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of shoulder and leg room. Seats are deep enough. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat was firm and comfortable in recent 3 hour rides. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Saabs have had great seats forever. Nothing has changed... nice and firm, perfect bolstering. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I can drive this car further than any other car I have driven and still be comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big seats that support long legged people, and comfortable on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Mulii adjustable power seat with very soft leather. The side support could be a bit better. I loved the soport seats but they are only offered on the V6 model which is much more thirsty. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
gret seats, everything within reach see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
wrap around comfortable seats see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seemed narrow and cramped. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
not bad for a convertible but if you regularly have more than 2 passengers rear seat is tight to get in and out with top up. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
a bit tight, but comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My right foot was always getting stuck under the dash. Other than that, it was fine. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat legroom is a little tight, but headroom is more than sufficient. Seats in general are very comfortable. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very tight, especially behind tall driver. see full Saab 9-3 review |
2009 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The car is comfy on long trips, and the seat heaters are super. The car is great with the top down—if you deploy the wind deflector, you don’t get your hair blown all over the place. The faux leather on the seats is fine-- you can only get real leather if you get the LUX model, and then you can’t have a manual transmission. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2009 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |