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Free Saab 9-3 VIN Decoder

Decode your Saab 9-3 VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 15 variants (1998–2002). No registration.

1998–2002 15 variants Sedan PetrolDiesel

Saab 9-3 specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each 9-3 variant in our database.

Variant	Years	Fuel	Engine	Power	Gearbox	Drive	CO₂
2.3L Turbo 5MT FWD (225 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.3 L	221 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L Turbo 4AT FWD (205 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	202 bhp	AUTOMATIC 4sp	FWD	—
2.0L Turbo 5MT FWD (205 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	202 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L Turbo 5MT FWD (200 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	197 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L Turbo 4AT FWD (185 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	182 bhp	AUTOMATIC 4sp	FWD	—
2.0L Turbo 5MT FWD (185 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	182 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L 4AT FWD (154 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	152 bhp	AUTOMATIC 4sp	FWD	—
2.0L 5MT FWD (154 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	152 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L 4AT FWD (150 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	148 bhp	AUTOMATIC 4sp	FWD	—
2.0L 5MT FWD (150 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	148 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.3L 4AT FWD (150 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.3 L	148 bhp	AUTOMATIC 4sp	FWD	—
2.3L 5MT FWD (150 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.3 L	148 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.0L 4AT FWD (130 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	129 bhp	AUTOMATIC 4sp	FWD	—
2.0L 5MT FWD (130 HP)	1998–2002	Petrol	2.0 L	129 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—
2.2L TiD 5MT FWD (115 HP)	1998–2002	Diesel	2.2 L	114 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	FWD	—

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Other 9-3 generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

9-3 Aero 9-3 Aero Convertible 9-3 Convertible 9-3 Coupe 9-3 Sport Sedan 9-3 Sport Sedan Aero 9-3 SportCombi

Other Saab models

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Saab 9-3 VIN FAQ

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Our database covers the Saab 9-3 for model years 1998–2002, across 15 variants.

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