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Saab · model year 2001
2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen Convertible
Subcompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Subcompact Cars
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen Convertible is a gasoline subcompact car with front-wheel drive, a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, and a five-speed manual transmission. Its combined rating is 22 MPG, with 18 MPG city and 28 MPG highway. The listed annual fuel cost is $3,750, and tailpipe CO2 is 403.95 grams per mile.
Good to know
- Convertible body with front-wheel drive
- 2.3 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine
- Five-speed manual transmission
- 28 MPG highway rating
Watch for
- 18 MPG city rating
- 22 MPG combined rating
- $3,750 listed annual fuel cost
- 403.95 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers who want a manual convertible Drivers who can budget for $3,750 in annual fuel cost
Choose this 9-3 Viggen Convertible for its specific mix of open-top body, manual control, and front-wheel drive. Its running numbers are clear: 22 MPG overall, with a wide 18-to-28 MPG city-highway spread. Budget for $3,750 in yearly fuel cost and tailpipe emissions of 403.95 grams per mile. It makes the most sense when the convertible format and manual transmission matter more than minimizing fuel spending.
What it is
This 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen Convertible is a gasoline car in the Subcompact Cars class. It uses front-wheel drive, a 2.3 L 4-cylinder turbo engine, and a manual five-speed transmission.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 22 MPG combined. The split is 18 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway.
What it costs to run
Its listed annual fuel cost is $3,750. Tailpipe emissions are 403.95 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
A 22 MPG combined rating is this car's comparison point, with the 18 city and 28 highway ratings showing how the driving mix changes.
Who it suits
This Saab suits a driver who wants a convertible body, a manual gearbox, and front-wheel drive, and who can budget for its $3,750 annual fuel cost.
Trade-offs
The highway rating reaches 28 MPG, but city driving drops to 18 MPG. The turbocharged 2.3 L engine and five-speed manual are paired with gasoline use and a $3,750 annual fuel cost.
Verdict
Choose this 9-3 Viggen Convertible for its specific mix of open-top body, manual control, and front-wheel drive. Its running numbers are clear: 22 MPG overall, with a wide 18-to-28 MPG city-highway spread. Budget for $3,750 in yearly fuel cost and tailpipe emissions of 403.95 grams per mile. It makes the most sense when the convertible format and manual transmission matter more than minimizing fuel spending.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 22 MPG
- City MPG
- 18 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,750
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 404 g per mile
- Model year
- 2001
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Manual 5-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2001 Saab 9-3 Viggen Convertible's combined MPG?
It is rated at 22 MPG combined.
What are its city and highway MPG ratings?
The ratings are 18 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway.
What drivetrain does it use?
It uses front-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission are listed?
It has a 2.3 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a manual five-speed transmission.
What fuel does this Saab use?
It uses gasoline.
What is its annual fuel cost?
The listed annual fuel cost is $3,750.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 403.95 grams per mile.
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