written by okonson on 19/04/2004
Good Points
Styling and image to my taste. Great leather quality (much superior to that of rival BMW) and overall quality inside. Ultra quiet even with my sport exhaust. Powerful engine with monstrous torque
Bad Points
Automatic transmission on the thirsty side
General Comments
I was fed up driving my 325 Ci BMW Coupe so I decided to change style and image. After weeks of research I arrived at SAAB 9-3 Sport Saloon. People say it is a bit bland. To me it is one of the most stylish cars in this class, miles away from the boring looking Audi A4 a fresh departure from the rather overdesigned, uncomfortable and ordinary looking BMW 3 Series. The space in front makes it so refreshing. When you hit the bumps you can feel that this is a machine that has been well put together. My BMW was exciting but this SAAB is just enjoyable and so so comfortable.
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