2008 Saab 9-3 Details
May 16, 2007 by Alborz Fallah
Saab is pinning all its hopes on the new Saab 9-3, based on the Aero X concept car, the new Saab 9-3 features all-new front bodywork, Saab’s elegant and unique lighting, plus new door panels and updated rear styling features.
The new Saab 9-3 may be modernized and ready to take on the world, but Saab designers have taken a page from history, using Saab’s classic ‘clamshell’ hood design, a concept originally witnessed back in 1967 with the Saab 99.
“We are introducing significant developments across three key areas: design, performance and handling, the result is a major step forward in strengthening the visual and driving appeal of our core product line-up, which accounts for about two-thirds of Saab’s global sales.” says Jan Ake Jonsson, managing director of Saab Automobile worldwide.
As mentioned previously the new 9-3 from Saab will include a variety of models, such as
- Sport Sedan,
- SportCombi
- Convertible models.
The Engine choices are unconfirmed at this stage, but Saab says there will at least be a choice of a 2.0 Turbo and 2.8 V6 Aero, however rumours flying around the Saab circle suggest there will be a choic of 1.8L Turbo, 1.9 Turbo Diesel as well.
As for an Australian release date? We will have to wait and see. The 9-3 is landing in American showrooms late this year with an Australian release date expected early to mid next year.
Tags: Saab 9-3
Somebody stole BMW’s front-end lights!
Very sleek looking car i like them!
It is going to make my ‘05 9-3 look a little out of date. I will definately be signing up for the AWD model when it’s out. Finally Saab can leave the stigma of having good engines and power but with front wheel drive. Look out Audi and BMW with this hot modern look.