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2008 Saab 9-3 MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Saab 9-3 is a compact car offered in 8 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (19 city / 29 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 23 MPG. That's up 4 MPG from the 2007 model. Among 34 compact cars rated for 2008, it ranks 21st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,576 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 19 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,576 15,000 mi/yr · $17.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #21 of 34 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Saab 9-3's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2912.38.1
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2008 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Honda Civic Hybrid42 MPG $1,107
  2. 2Toyota Corolla31 MPG $1,500
  3. 3Hyundai Accent29 MPG $1,603
  4. 4Kia Rio29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Ford Focus28 MPG $1,661
  6. 21Saab 9-323 MPG $2,576
  7. 34Bentley Azure11 MPG $5,386
2008 9-3Other compact carsClass median: $2,242/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

9-3 MPG across model years

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8 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-3 Sport Sedan		 Gas 19 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-3 Convertible		 Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-3 Sport Sedan		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-3 Convertible		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
FWD · 2.8L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-3 Convertible		 Gas 16 MPG 26 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-3 Aero Sedan AWD		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
FWD · 2.8L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
9-3 Convertible		 Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
9-3 Aero Sedan AWD		 Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
90 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

2008 Saab 9-3 vs. rivals

vs Acura TSX 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo C30 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo S40 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo S60 22 MPG · $2,693/yr 9-3 saves $117/yr vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class 21 MPG · $2,821/yr 9-3 saves $245/yr vs Lexus GS Hybrid 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar X-Type 18 MPG · $3,292/yr 9-3 saves $716/yr vs Audi A4 24 MPG · $2,469/yr A4 saves $107/yr vs Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 17 MPG · $3,485/yr 9-3 saves $909/yr vs Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 16 MPG · $3,703/yr 9-3 saves $1,127/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Saab 9-3?

Up to 23 MPG combined (19 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 18 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Saab 9-3 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Saab 9-3?

The 2008 Saab 9-3's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Saab 9-3 per year?

About $2,576 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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