The introduction of the Saab 93 brought no surprises. It is truly a typical Saab. It still maintains the unique personality that has always separated Saab vehicles from the rest of the automakers. The 93 shows considerable improvements over its early predecessor (the 900 series) but still holds true to form when thinking "SAAB"! Saab says that over 1100 changes were made to the 900 to convert it to the 93. A few of those improvements & additions are listed below:
- The V6/2.3 liter non-Turbo is no longer offered (Only the 2.3 Turbo)
- A sophisticated Key System which makes the car nearly burglar proof
- Addition of Side Airbags & The active head restrain system which prevents whiplash (moves the headrest forward and upward in the event of collision).
- The Onstar Telematics System is now offered ( The OnStar System uses a Global Positioning System (GPS) and provides route guidance, roadside assistance, and emergency service in the case of theft or accident)
- Redesigned front seating
- A revised instrument panel
- An electrostatic cabin air filter
- Steering wheel radio controls
- Driver and passenger Airbags
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The power behind the 93 is the 2.3 Liter (depending on the year) Turbocharged High Output engine that boost the car to 200 horsepower and a 0-60 time of a mere 7 seconds! (SE versions). The Clutch operation has been greatly improved by moving to a hydraulic system versus the older self-adjusting cable driven system. Standard features include automatic climate control, eight-way power front seats, power windows, outside mirrors and door locks, telescoping steering column, cruise control, multi-function computer, a fold-down rear seat and an AM/FM/cassette stereo with six speakers. Overall, The 93 is a welcome edition to the Saab Family!
9-3 Major Safety Features, Standard
ONSTAR (2001-2003)
Dual front & side-impact airbags
Saab Active Head Restraint (SHARI) (front seat passengers only)
ABS four-wheel disc brakes
Seatbelt pre-tensioner (front seat passengers only)
Saab "pendulum-style" side impact protection system (not available on the 9-3 Convertible)
Headlamp washers and/or wipers
Front and rear fog lamps
9-3 Sport Sedan
9-3 Coupe, 5-Door and Convertible
9-3 SE Coupe, 5-Door and Convertible
9-3 Viggen Coupe, 5-Door and Convertible
9-3 Major Comfort and Convenience Features, Standard (some variance by model and year)
Air conditioning or Automatic Climate Control
Cabin filtration system
AM/FM stereo cassette or CD audio system
Steering-wheel audio control
Cruise control
Power windows and mirrors
Power glass sunroof
Power seats
Power convertible top
Central locking
Integrated anti-theft alarm
Trip computer
Night Panel
Wood-trim instrument panel
Light-alloy wheels
Leather trim and leather seating surfaces
Other standard and/or optional equipment, depending on model and year, include: Traction Control System, harmon/kardon® high-end audio system, heated front seats, power seats with driver-side memory.
2000-2001
2.0-liter Turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4
185 hp at 5,500 rpm
2000-2002 SE
2.0-liter High Output Turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4
205 hp at 5,500 rpm
2000-2002 Viggen
2.3-liter High Output Turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4
230 hp at 5,500 rpm
2003 Sport Sedan
2.0-liter Turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4
175 hp at 5,500 rpm or 210 hp at 5,300 rpm
