Category Fuel Economy 20 - 22 combined mpg Horsepower 175 - 210 hp Engine 2 engines available Cargo Volume 12.4 - 15 cu ft Reviews Cars For Sale Specs & Features Safety Styles 2005 Saab 9-3 This week on Buckle Up, Rob reviews the wonderfully quirky SAAB 9-3 convertible. Ever wondered what an alternative would be to the usual boring German cars? Well, this might just take 2005 Saab 9-3 consumer reviews $26,850 starting MSRP 4.2 (38 reviews) 86% of drivers recommend this car Rating breakdown (out of 5): Comfort 4.4 Interior 4.1 Performance 4.5 Value 4.4 Exterior The MK1 Saab 9-3 Convertible was something of an enigma. Although it sold like hot cakes, the car itself wasn't the greatest thing to ever turn a wheel. The chassis wasn't really stiff enough to make a decent chop-top and more powerful versions were pretty uncouth. Used 2005 Saab 9-3. Consumer Reviews. More about the 2005 9-3. 5 (73%) 4 (21%) 3 (4%) 2 (2%) 1 (0%) 4.6. 135 reviews. Write a vehicle review. See all 9-3s for sale. View Photos & 2005 2005 9-3 New Car Test Drive Sports sedan or luxurious convertible. Introduction The Saab 9-3 sedan is an honest contender among sports sedans in its class. It's tight, it ElWc.