Saab 9-3 Saloon (02-11) - Review Review by David Ross on 04 June 2009 Last Updated: 10 March 2011 The Saab brand has always appealed to buyers looking for something a little different to the mainstream and the 9-3 is a prime example. It's less obvious than a BMW for instance and has an air of understated style about its looks while still retaining a premium reputation. Sadly the model is starting to feel dated, especially inside and although Saab promotes it as being sporty to drive, it's not as enjoyable as the marketing would have you believe. It's safe though and was one of the first cars in the class to have a five-star Euro NCAP crash test rating. A facelift in mid 2007 brought a fresh look and a redesigned interior - it's still good value but lacks the sophistication of newer alternatives. 3 out of 5 Other Saab reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 3.5 out of 5 Buying used The 9-3 was launched in 2002, with the first significant revision coming in 2006, when the interior was redesigned. Cars after this date benefit from a simpler dash with fewer buttons and the option of Bluetooth compatibility. Another revision in 2007 brought a fresh look to the front and rear and removing the rubbing strips from the side. It looks more modern and as a result values are slightly higher than non-facelifted cars. There are plenty about so finding one shouldn't be a problem. View full gallery See 208 used Saab 9-3 Saloons for sale, starting at £1,995 3 out of 5 Selling Saabs have quite a following among buyers looking for a leftfield choice. All are easy to sell on but 2.0T and 1.9TiD are the favoured engines. Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Saab 9-3 cars for sale We have 208 models like this for sale. Find Saab 9-3 cars for sale Previous: Safety & Reliability Next: Also Consider