Four-seat convertibles and Saabs seem to go together like Sweden and frigid winters. Since 1985, Saab hasn’t been without a four-seat convertible in its lineup. They’ve gained notoriety in on-screen performances such as “Sideways” and “Seinfeld,” where the main characters chose Saab convertibles. For 2008, the 9-3 convertible gets an updated look based loosely on a series of show ...

The Saab 9-3 sedan can trace its lineage back the especially quirky Saab 99 two-doors of the 1970s, which were renowned for their cargo hauling ability and their turbocharged performance. In many ways, things are much the same today as they were 30 years ago: The 9-3 features an especially well-packaged and roomy interior and efficient performance from turbocharged engines, though of course the ...

Saab’s 9-3 wagon, called SportCombi in Saab’s marketing speak, offers a surprising amount of space in a small package, a trait shared with virtually every Saab before it. The 9-3 SportCombi, introduced for the 2006 model year, was the first station wagon for Saab’s entry-level 9-3 range. It was designed to return sales lost when the 9-3 became a sedan (rather than a versatile hatchback) in ...

In early 2009, Saab rolled out the latest variation of its popular 9-3 range, the Saab 9-3X. 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 ...

Saab’s big sedan, a direct descendent of its successful - though extremely long-living - 9000, seems to be living up to its predecessor’s reputation. On the market since early-1998 as a 1999 model for North America, the 9-5 has been freshened twice, though its basic platform dates to a different era. Still, for Saab-o-philes yearning for the strong, unique flavors promised by the ...

The 9-5 SportCombi was Saab’s first station wagon in over 20 years when it was first introduced for 1999. The same basic car continues for 2008, likely its last year before a full redesign. Regular updates along the way in 2002 and 2006 can’t hide the fact that the 9-5 is a little dated. Still, it’s one of few wagons that seems to succeed with North American buyers and it offers an ...