Model Year | 2010 | 2021 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated 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 | 3320 lb. | 3256 lb. | 64 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 |
2010 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review |
2010 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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