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2011 Saab 9-3 MPG & fuel economy

The 2011 Saab 9-3 is a compact car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 24 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2010 model. Among 40 compact cars rated for 2011, it ranks 22nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 21 MPG city · 30 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,938 15,000 mi/yr · $12.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2011 #22 of 40 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2011 Saab 9-3's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway3012.87.8
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 2011 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Lexus CT42 MPG $1,107
  2. 2Honda Civic Hybrid41 MPG $1,134
  3. 3Honda Insight40 MPG $1,162
  4. 4Chevrolet Volt93 MPGe + 37 MPG $1,199
  5. 5Lexus HS34 MPG $1,368
  6. 22Saab 9-324 MPG $1,938
  7. 40Rolls-Royce Phantom14 MPG $4,232
2011 9-3Other compact carsClass median: $1,824/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

9-3 MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-3 Sport Sedan		 Gas 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-3 Sedan AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
9-3 Convertible		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-3 Sport Sedan		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
9-3 Convertible		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
9-3 Sedan AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 27 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
90 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
370 g/mi

2011 Saab 9-3 vs. rivals

vs Volvo C30 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo S40 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs BMW 3 Series Diesel 27 MPG · $2,056/yr 9-3 saves $118/yr vs Volvo S60 21 MPG · $2,214/yr 9-3 saves $277/yr vs Audi A4 25 MPG · $2,370/yr 9-3 saves $432/yr vs Acura TSX 25 MPG · $2,370/yr 9-3 saves $432/yr vs Lexus HS 34 MPG · $1,368/yr HS saves $570/yr vs Lexus CT 42 MPG · $1,107/yr CT saves $830/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2011 Saab 9-3?

Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway); ratings range from 20 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2011 Saab 9-3 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2011 Saab 9-3?

The 2011 Saab 9-3's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2011 Saab 9-3 per year?

About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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