2011 Saab 9-3X

Basic Specs

Base Price $36,975
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3210-3570
City (MPG) 17
Hwy (MPG) 27
Horsepower 210@5500
Torque (lb-ft) 221@2500
Wheelbase 105.3
Length (in.) 184.6
Width (in.) 70.9
Height (in.) 61.9

In early 2009, Saab first rolled out what is still the latest variation of its popular 9-3 range, the Saab 9-3 X. Offering added utility for motorists who don't want a large crossover or traditional SUV, the rugged station wagon will go head-to-head against the Audi A4 Allroad, Volvo XC70 and Subaru Outback .

In the 9-3X, the Saab Cross Wheel Drive (XWD) system -- which made its debut in the Turbo X limited edition model last year -- is combined with the fuel-efficient 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine delivering 210 horsepower.

Saab engineers raised the chassis 1.4 inches when compared to the front-wheel-drive 9-3 SportCombi. This enables the 9-3X to handle more rugged driving terrain. It is specifically designed for those who frequently hit gravel or unpaved roads, while still offering competent handling on asphalt.

"The 9-3X is an efficient all-rounder for anyone who doesn't want or need an SUV- type vehicle," says Simon Padian, Saab Brand Design Chief. "Simply put, we are offering a trekking shoe that will do what's required in more comfort and style than a heavier mountaineering boot."

New front and rear bumpers feature a dark gray, grained finish that is also applied to the side sills and the edges of the wheel arches as a protective covering when the terrain becomes loose or muddy. This treatment is complemented by skid panels with a matt aluminum finish, curving up towards the door opening at the rear and adopting a wing form in the lip of the lower front bumper. These are matched by matte, aluminum-colored lower door decor strips. Roof rails and visible, twin round exhaust tailpipes are standard. Front fog lights ringed with a chrome finish add yet another bold accent.

The aforementioned XWD system features an electronically-controlled Torque Transfer Device (TTD), which varies power between the axles. A valve increases or reduces hydraulic pressure on wet clutch plates inside the TTD to progressively engage or disengage the rear axle. The degree of 'slip' dictates how much drive is transmitted to the rear wheels. A standard rear limited slip differential (eLSD) operates on the same principle, splitting drive across the axle to whichever wheel has more grip.

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    • General
    • Body Style: SUV
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment:
    • Weight: 3210-3570
    • Exterior
    • Length: 184.6 in.
    • Width: 70.9 in.
    • Height: 61.9 in.
    • Wheelbase: 105.3 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 60.0 in.
    • Rear Track: 59.3 in.
    • Weight Distribution: 60/40
    • Drag Coefficient: 0.28
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: 93.4 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 59.5 cu. ft.
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 42.3 in.
    • Head Room: 38.9 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 56.3 in.
    • Hip Room: TBD
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 35.1 in.
    • Head Room: 37.0 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 55.1 in.
    • Hip Room: TBD
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 2.0L I4
    • Power: 210 hp @ 5500 rpm
    • Torque: 221 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 27 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 17 mpg
    • Forced Induction: Turbocharger
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: All Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: Double Wishbone
    • Wheels
    • Front: 17" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: 225/50 R17
    • Rear: 17" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: 225/50 R17
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: TBD
    • Payload:
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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