Saab 9-3X first generation

Saab 9-3X first generation
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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

SpecificationEuropeNorth America
Dimensions
Length4,650 mm RDW–
Width1,800 mm RDW–
Height1,450 mm RDW–
Wheelbase2,680 mm RDW–
Front track1,524 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,506 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,600–1,636 kg RDW–
Mass in running order1,700–1,736 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight2,130–2,200 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,588–1,600 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer450–750 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW–
Doors4–5 RDW–
Luggage space (EPA)–850 L EPA
Passenger space (EPA)–2,718 L EPA
Performance
Top speed205–235 km/h ASTRA–
Torque280–400 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 versionEngineFuelCO₂EU registrations
2010–20122.0 LPetrol193–204 g/km254
2010–20121.9 LDiesel136–151 g/km566
2011–Petrol216 g/km72

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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2012SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed manualAll-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2010–20112.0 LPetrol6-speed manualAll-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2010–20112.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA263–276 g/km
20102.0 LPetrol5-speed automaticAll-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.