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The 210PS 2.0-litre petrol 9-3, fitted with the XWD four-wheel drive system, is the latest addition to the Saab compact executive line-up.
It's good-looking, which gives it an edge over the equivalent BMW, Audi or Merc, but there are several issues that will put it off limits for fleet lists.
The biggest problem is residuals - according to KwikCarcost just 22.6% is retained after three years/60,000 miles. The RV on an equivalent Audi A4 or BMW 3-series will be in the high 30% region, although the Saab's figures won't have been helped by uncertainty over the brand's future.
CO2 and mpg are also poor next to a four-wheel drive Audi A4 of similar engine size and power. All that means a huge cost per mile figure of 70.1p.
The interior is also disappointing - good at first glance, but familiarity shows up the inconsistent trim gaps. It's a shame, given the exterior looks rival anything in the class.
Saab 9-3 2.0t Aero XWD saloon
P11D price
£27,404
Model price range
£18,160-£31,236
Fuel consumption
33.2mpg
CO2 (tax)
205g/km/29%
BIK 20/40% per month
£132/£265
Service interval
18,000mls
Insurance
group 16
Warranty
3yrs/60,000mls
Boot space (min/max)
419/1287 litres
Engine size/power
1998cc/210PS
Top speed/0-62mph
143mph/8.2secs
On sale
Late 2008
Score
4/10
Verdict
Horrendous costs, interior build quality is way off premium rivals and i t’s not good to drive
Verdict
Horrendous costs, interior build quality is way off premium rivals and i t’s not good to drive