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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
206 kW@5500
400 Nm@2150
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
170 kW@4700
350 Nm@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,675 mm 2,637 mm 0 mm
Length 4,653 mm 4,257 mm 0 mm
Width 1,763 mm 1,798 mm 0 mm
Height 1,539 mm 1,478 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,601 kg 1,445 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 50 L 12 L
Headroom, Row 1 988 mm 975 mm 13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,074 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 940 mm 968 mm -28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,400 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 892 mm 904 mm -12 mm
Total Legroom 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 841 L 493 L 348 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,047 L 1,521 L 1 L

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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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