15.2.2005
All-new Saab 9-3 SportCombi

The all-new Saab 9-3 SportCombi takes Saab into the premium mid-size wagon segment for the first time by combining distinctive design with sporty driving dynamics.

Its strong, compact dimensions are a bold reaffirmation of Saab’s tradition of designing cars that are sporty in character and versatile in use. The cohesive five-door styling and a muscular stance give the 9-3 SportCombi a clear, distinctive identity within the Saab 9-3 range.

Making its public debut at next month's Geneva Motor Show and due to go on sale from September, the 9-3 SportCombi will appeal to customers who require the versatility of a wagon, including smart load-carrying features and a generously proportioned cargo deck, without compromising their desire for driving satisfaction.

The impressive powertrain line-up is led by the launch of a sophisticated new 2.8 V6 Turbo engine. The high-performance engine with 250 bhp (exclusive to the top-of-the-line Aero) is unique to the segment in having a turbocharged six-cylinder engine, which will also be offered for the 9-3 Sport Sedan and Convertible ranges. It leads a comprehensive model line-up including six gasoline and two Euro 4 compliant diesel engine options.

The SportCombi inherits the outstanding chassis dynamics of the Sport Sedan, with a ‘fun-to-drive’ appeal that concedes nothing to its functionality as a versatile five-door car.

Last year, Europe's growing premium mid-size wagon segment reached a quarter of a million units, with diesel engines accounting for 70 percent of sales. Building on Saab's reputation for sporty, versatile design and offering strong diesel powertrain options, the 9-3 SportCombi is poised to open up major new sales opportunities for the brand.