Saab 9-3X first generation

The Saab 9-3X first generation (2009–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the European Union and the United States.
Model codes: GM Epsilon · Sold in: European Union and United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,650 mm RDW | – |
| Width | 1,800 mm RDW | – |
| Height | 1,450 mm RDW | – |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm RDW | – |
| Front track | 1,524 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,506 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,600–1,636 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,700–1,736 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,130–2,200 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,588–1,600 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 450–750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4–5 RDW | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 850 L EPA |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,718 L EPA |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 205–235 km/h ASTRA | – |
| Torque | 280–400 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/50R17, 205/55R16, 215/55R16, 225/45R17, 225/45R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data.
All 8 versions of the Saab 9-3X first generation
European Union 3 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2012 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 193–204 g/km | 254 |
| 2010–2012 | 1.9 L | Diesel | 136–151 g/km | 566 |
| 2011 | – | Petrol | 216 g/km | 72 |
United States 5 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012SIDI | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2012SIDI | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | All-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 2010–2011 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | All-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 2010–2011 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





