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Saab 9-3 (2009) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Saab 9-3 and 2020 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2009 Saab 9-3 and 2020 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2009 2020  
Model Saab 9-3 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2150
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
228 hp@4700
258 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.3 in 103.8 in 1.5 in
Length 183.2 in 167.6 in 15.6 in
Width 69.4 in 70.8 in -1.4 in
Height 60.6 in 58.2 in 2.4 in
Curb Weight 3530 lb. 3186 lb. 344 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 13.2 gal. 3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 38.4 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 55.9 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.2 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 38.1 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 53.9 in 1.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 35.6 in -0.5 in
Total Legroom 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.7 ft3 17.4 ft3 12.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.3 ft3 53.7 ft3 18.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-3

2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Great seats. Very supportive of back and upper thighs. Don't have tightness in shoulders and neck anymore on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review
2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Limited knee room in front with rear facing car seat behind. see full Saab 9-3 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seats are very comfortable, but those with longer legs (especially thighs) might have trouble getting in a comfortable position. Tall drivers may find some awkwardness with all around reach. I.E. The steering wheel doesn't telescope far enough f see full Saab 9-3 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6
6-speed manual AWD
No space. see full Saab 9-3 review
 

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