Saab 9-3 Horsepower & Torque (2002 - 2011): How Much Power Does A 9-3 Have?

The Saab 9-3 is a compact executive car that showcases the brand's engineering evolution, blending Swedish design with performance-oriented powertrains.

From 2002 to 2011, the 9-3 offered a range of engines, starting with a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 producing 175 horsepower and peaking with a 2.8L turbocharged V6 delivering 280 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Drivetrain options included front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), with transmissions ranging from 5-speed manuals to 6-speed automatics.

Notably, the 9-3's second generation transitioned to the GM Epsilon platform, shared with models like the Opel Vectra and Cadillac BLS.

Scroll down to see detailed horsepower and torque data below.

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Second Generation: 2003-2014

2011 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The 2011 Saab 9-3 is equipped with a 2.0L DOHC MPFI engine, producing a consistent output of 210 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque across its configurations.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes an automatic transmission with Sentronic functionality.

2010 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 is equipped with a 2.0L DOHC MPFI engine, producing a consistent horsepower of 210 hp and torque of 221 lb-ft across all configurations.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes an automatic transmission with Sentronic functionality.

2009 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 features a horsepower range from 210 hp with a 2.0L dohc mpfi engine to 280 hp with a 2.8L engine.

Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 262 lb-ft with the 2.8L engine, both utilizing an AWD drivetrain and automatic transmission with Sentronic.

2008 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 features a horsepower range from 210 hp with a 2.0L dohc mpfi engine to 280 hp with a 2.8L dohc mpfi engine, with the latter also providing a torque output of 295 lb-ft compared to 221 lb-ft from the 2.0L variant.

It is equipped with an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is available with a manual transmission.

2007 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 features a horsepower range from 210 hp with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine to 250 hp with a 2.8L engine.

Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 258 lb-ft with the 2.8L engine.

Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and utilize a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.

2006 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 features a horsepower range from 210 hp with a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine to 250 hp with a 2.8L engine.

Torque output varies from 221 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 258 lb-ft with the 2.8L engine.

The vehicle is equipped with front-wheel drive and offers a choice between a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed manual transmission.

2005 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine, producing a horsepower range of 175 hp to 210 hp, with the increase attributed to different engine configurations.

Torque output varies from 195 lb-ft to 221 lb-ft, depending on the engine configuration.

The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2004 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine, producing a horsepower range of 175 hp to 210 hp, depending on the configuration.

Torque output varies from 195 lb-ft to 221 lb-ft, also based on the engine configuration.

The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive layout and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

2003 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine, producing a horsepower range of 175 hp to 210 hp, with the increase attributed to engine tuning variations.

Torque output ranges from 195 lb-ft to 221 lb-ft, also dependent on the specific engine configuration.

The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive layout and is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed manual transmission.

First Generation: 1998-2003

2003 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 is equipped with a 2.0L engine, producing a horsepower range of 175 hp to 210 hp, with the increase attributed to engine tuning variations.

Torque output ranges from 195 lb-ft to 221 lb-ft, also dependent on the specific engine configuration.

The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive layout and is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed manual transmission.

2002 Saab 9-3 Horsepower

The Saab 9-3 is equipped with two engine options: a 2.0L producing 205 hp and a 2.3L generating 230 hp.

Torque output ranges from 209 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 258 lb-ft with the 2.3L engine.

Both engines are paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and feature a front-wheel-drive configuration.