The document provides information about the 2009 Saab 9-3 Convertible, including:
- It offers a combination of performance, fuel efficiency, and safety features in a four-seat, four-season convertible.
- The 2.0L turbocharged engine delivers 210 horsepower while achieving an estimated 27 mpg on the highway.
- Standard safety features include airbags, rollover protection bars, safety belt pre-tensioners, and anti-lock brakes.
- Optional packages provide upgrades like leather seats, navigation, and alloy wheels.
- Saab's Total Confidence Plan includes no-charge scheduled maintenance, roadside assistance, and warranty coverage.
2. A four-season four-seater.
Owning a Saab 9-3 Convertible says a lot about you. Your choice shows that
you would never settle for ordinary. You care about the things around you and
cars are no exception. This particular car offers form, function, attitude and a
responsible combination of performance and fuel efficiency.* That helps make
driving not only safe, but fun. No matter what time of year it is.
*EPA-estimated 19 city/27 hwy (manual transmission, 2.0T model).
3. Turbocharged.
In the driver’s seat, performance and strength are perfectly controlled.
An engineer would probably say that it is an intelligent way of using fuel
more efficiently.* We call it turbocharging. It simply means taking energy
from the exhaust and using it to feed more air into the engine. The result
is more power and more torque from a smaller and lighter engine.
Our 2.0-liter, four-cylinder turbo engine, for example, delivers 210 hp
and 221 lb-ft of torque while having an estimated 27 mpg on the highway.*
*EPA-estimated 19 city/27 hwy (manual transmission, 2.0T model).
4. All eyes on these curves.
There’s nothing wrong with falling for looks.
The Saab 9 -3 Convertible has become a design icon and
more or less a legend in its time. Yet the visual language
is calm and almost understated. Its strength may come
from the fact that all the lines are there for a reason.
Like the way the pop-up bars are integrated
into the rear of the body.
5. Safety and versatility.
Standard equipment, Safety Head/torso side-impact air bags.* In the front
• DynaCage rollover system Active Pop-Up Roll Bars. The 9 -3 Convertible is seats. Two-stage units that help protect both the
equipped with active pop-up roll bars and safety belt torso and head.
• Three-point safety belts integrated in the Luggage capacity. The CargoSET (Self-Expanding
pretensioners, which are designed to be activated by
The passenger compartments. With a sturdy Trunk) function automatically expands the luggage
front seats the system sensors when a rollover is detected.
structure of longitudinal and transverse beams capacity as you raise the top. The space occupied by
• Three-point safety belts, rear Integrated front safety belts. Belts are mounted designed to protect against crash forces. the folded soft-top becomes available for luggage –
on the frame of the seats, giving better belt geometry to the tune of no less than 12 cu. ft.** However, there’s
• Safety belt pre-tensioners/load limiters SAHR. Designed to help reduce the risk of neck
regardless of the seat position. plenty of space even with the roof lowered.
injuries in rear-end collisions. When another vehicle
• Dual-stage air bags, front* Front structure. With three load paths per side. Designed hits your car from behind, the front seat restraints Scratch protection/seating mat.† Rolls out from
• Head/torso side-impact air bags, front* to help protect in frontal crashes from a variety of angles move upward and forward to meet the passenger’s the luggage compartment to help protect the bumper.
and objects. head as it begins to move backwards. Easily removed for use as a waterproof seating mat.
• Side-impact protection structure
• Anti-submarining, front and rear seats
• Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHR), front
• Adjustable head restraints, rear
• Active safety belt reminder, front
• Break-away pedals
• Child-seat anchorage points, rear
• LATCH child-seat anchorage points, rear
• Load intrusion protection
Standard equipment, Versatility
• CargoSET (Self-Expanding Trunk)**
• Center console storage with armrest
• 12V power outlet, center console
Saab Accessories†
• Wind deflector
• Towbars
• Bike holder, towbar-mounted
• Interior and cargo mats
• Scratch protection/seating mat
• Smart Slot storage system
* Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your
child’s age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with Passenger
Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear
seat in an appropriate infant, child or booster seat. Never place a Smart Slot.† Wind deflector.† Bike holder, towbar-mounted. †
rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped A storage system for exchangeable accessories such as this Easy to fit and to fold for convenient storage. Reduces back Space for two bikes (three with an
with an active frontal air bag. See the Vehicle Owner’s Manual and CD storage case. Neatly integrated in the center console. draft and enhances comfort when driving with the top down. adapter). Fold-down function for easy
child safety seat instructions for more safety information. (Accessory) (Accessory) access to the luggage compartment.
* * Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. License plate holder and lighting
†
Dealer-installed Saab Accessories. A no-compromise rear seat.
(not pictured).
Space for passengers, easy entrance, retractable head restraints
and safety belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters.
6. Standard Features.
Powertrain Safety
2.0T four-cylinder turbocharged engine Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHR), front seats
Six-speed manual transmission Driver and passenger front air bag 1
Front-wheel drive Head/torso side air bags,1 front seats
Seating Safety belt pre-tensioners
Leather-appointed sport seats with enhanced side bolsters Three-point safety belts, all seats
Eight-way power driver’s seat with two-way lumbar Child seat top tether anchors and anchorage points (LATCH system), rear
Wheels and Tires OnStar ® with one-year Safe & Sound Plan 2
16" alloy wheels, 14-spoke, includes P215/55HR16 all-season tires Halo lighting and follow-me-home function
Saab anti-theft alarm and immobilizer
Interior
Tire pressure monitor system
Sport Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Automatic climate control, dual-zone Audio and Communication
Cabin air filter Premium audio system with single-disc CD player
Burled wood-effect trim on shift console and dash panel XM Radio3 with three-month trial
Tilt and telescopic steering column Bluetooth™ phone integration system 4
Heat-absorbing glass Exterior
Power windows with front express down Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers
Cooled glove compartment Mechanical
Interior light with delay Electronic Stability Program (ESP ® )
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors Traction control system 56.6
Cup holders in instrument panel center and shift console Four-wheel anti-lock disc braking system (ABS)
Night Panel function Electronic Brake-force Distribution
Profiler menu system for individual settings Power rack-and-pinion steering with variable assist
Driver Information Center 60.0
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80.2
Central locking with remote control
Two 12V outlets
Smart Slot storage system on center console 38.1 37.0
Remote opening front windows and convertible top
10.2
30.1
56.6
41.4 32.3
38.6 105.3 39.0
60.0 59.3 182.9
80.2
38.1 37.0
10.2 55.9 44.7 32.2 47.0
56.6
30.1
41.4 32.3
60.0 38.6 59.3 105.3 39.0
80.2 182.9
38.1 37.0
10.2
30.1
55.9 44.7 32.2 47.0
41.4 32.3
38.6 105.3 39.0
1 Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your child’s age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in an appropriate infant,
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child or booster seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicle Owner’s Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.
2 Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations. 3 XM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately after the first 90 days. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii. For more information,
visit gm.xmradio.com. 4 Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which Bluetooth phones are compatible with the vehicle.
55.9 44.7 32.2 47.0
7. Available Features and Packages.
In addition to standard features.
Specifications.
2.0T 2.0T 2.0T
Powertrain Touring Comfort Sport Aero Engine
2.8T V6 turbocharged engine S 2.0T Displacement..............2.0-liter (1,998cc) L4
Six-speed manual transmission S O O O Horsepower ...............210 @ 5,500 rpm
Sentronic five-speed automatic transmission with manual shifting O S S Torque ..........................221 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
Sentronic six-speed automatic transmission with manual shifting S Valvetrain .....................16-valve, dual overhead camshafts
Seating Aspiration ....................Intercooled turbocharger,
Leather-appointed sport seats, includes color accent S S 12.3 psi max. pressure
EPA-est. mpg ..............city/hwy
Premium Natural Leather seats, includes door inserts O O
Manual .....................19/27
Memory settings for driver’s seat and exterior mirrors 5 O S S Automatic ...............19/27
Eight-way power front passenger seat 5 O S S
Heated driver and front passenger seat 6 O S S S 2.8T Displacement..............2.8-liter (2,892cc) V6
Wheels and Tires Horsepower ...............280 @ 5,000 rpm
17" alloy wheels, five-spoke, includes P235/45R17 all-season tires7 S Torque ..........................273 lb-ft @ 1,900 rpm
17" alloy wheels, five-spoke split, includes P235/45R17 all-season tires7 S S Valvetrain .....................24-valve, dual overhead camshafts
Interior Aspiration ....................Twin scroll intercooled
Metallic trim on shift console and dash panel S S turbocharger, 11.6 psi max. pressure
EPA-est. mpg ..............city/hwy
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with
Manual .....................16/26
digital compass and garage door opener S S S
Automatic ...............15/24
Audio and Communication Capacities
300-watt ten-speaker audio system with six-disc CD changer O S S
Trunk (cu. ft.)9...........................12.4
300-watt ten-speaker audio system with DVD navigation system 8 O O O
Base curb weight (lbs.)..............3,480
Exterior Fuel tank (approx. gal.) ............16.0
Dual chrome exhaust tips with unique sport rear and front fascias S S
Trunk-mounted spoiler S S
Exterior Dimensions (in.)
Xenon cornering headlamps 5 O S S
Length ..........................................182.9
Integrated front fog lamps 5 O S S
Width ...........................................80.2 (including mirrors)
Ultrasonic rear parking assist 5 O S S
Height...........................................56.6
Headlamp washers 6 O S S S
Wheelbase ..................................105.3
Metallic paint O O O O
Front tread .................................60.0
Mechanical S Rear tread ...................................59.3
Ventilated front and rear disc brakes S S
Lowered sport-tuned chassis S S
Interior Dimensions (in.)
S – Standard O – Optional
Legroom (front/rear) ...............41.4/32.3
Headroom (front/rear)............38.1/37.0
Shoulder room (front/rear) ....55.9/44.7
5 Part of the Premium Package: includes memory driver’s seat and exterior mirrors, eight-way power front passenger seat, xenon cornering headlamps, fog lamps and ultrasonic rear parking assist. 6 Part of the Cold
Weather Package: includes heated front seats and headlamp washers. 7 The 17-inch all-season tires have a lower aspect ratio that aids performance and handling. However, in order to avoid tire, rim or vehicle damage, it is
important that the inflation pressure is regularly checked and maintained at recommended levels. Please also remember in making your selection that, while these tires deliver responsive handling, they may ride less
comfortably and make more noise than other choices. Finally, these tires may wear more quickly than other choices. For further information on all these topics, please consult the Owner’s Manual, your local dealer or call
1-800-SAAB-USA. 8 Map coverage includes the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands. 9 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
8. Some things shouldn’t be left up in the air.
We thought of everything to ensure that owning a Saab is as effortless as driving one. With
the Total Confidence Plan,TM your new 2009 Saab comes standard with a suite of services.
It’s a plan unlike any other – because we know you wouldn’t have it any other way.
No-Charge Scheduled Maintenance. For the first three years or 36,000 miles,*
all standard maintenance on a 2009 Saab vehicle, such as tire rotations and oil changes,
at no extra charge when serviced at an authorized Saab dealership.
OnStar. Standard for one year on all Saab vehicles.** OnStar is a safety and security
system that helps keep you on course, protected and connected on the road. From a minor
inconvenience to a major collision, a live, trained Advisor is there to help.
Four-year/50,000-mile Limited Warranty. If any part of your Saab vehicle covered
under this warranty is found to have a manufacturing defect in materials or workmanship
occurring during normal use, the manufacturer will make the appropriate corrections
free-of-charge (parts and labor) with no deductible, for four years or 50,000 miles.*
Roadside Assistance Program. Response, security and convenience of the 24-hour
Roadside Assistance Program is available for a period of four years or 50,000 miles.*
Courtesy Transportation. During the warranty coverage period, alternate transportation
and/or reimbursement of certain transportation expenses will be available under
the Courtesy Transportation Program if your vehicle requires warranty repairs.
Several transportation options are available.
*Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.
**Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.
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