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Audi S4 Avant
2008 Audi S4 Avant
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$49,610
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Saab 9-3 Wagon
2012 Saab 9-3 Wagon
Select configuration:
$29,830
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
4.2L V8 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 13 MPG
Hwy: 20 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater

Photos

Audi S4 Avant
2006-2008 Audi S4 Avant Rear Angle View
2006-2008 Audi S4 Avant Front Seats
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2008-2012 Saab 9-3 Wagon Rear View Driving
2008-2012 Saab 9-3 Wagon Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
4.2L V8 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
340 hp @ 7000 rpm
220 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque
302 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,012 lbs
3,710 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
16 MPG
25 MPG
City
13 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
20 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
7.3 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
16 gallons
Cruising Range City
215.8 miles
320 miles
Cruising Range Highway
332 miles
528 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
180.6 in
183.9 in
Height
55.7 in
57.1 in
Max Width
70.1 in
70.9 in
Front Width
59.9 in
60 in
Rear Width
59.9 in
59.3 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
105.3 in
Ground Clearance
3.7 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
42.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.4 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.1 in
55.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.3 in
35.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
34.3 in
37 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
55.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
59 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
27.8 ft³
25.4 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.0"
17" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.0"
17" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
4-Link,
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Trapezoidal Link,
Independent

Tires

Front Tire
P235/40YR18
N/A
Rear Tire
P235/40YR18
N/A
Spare Tire
P235/40YR18
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Interior Materials

  • LEATHER/ALCANTARA SEATING SURFACES
  • SILK NAPPA LEATHER SEATING SURFACES
  • Black, Leather-appointed seat trim
  • Parchment, Leather-appointed seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Not Available
Optional
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Not Available
Standard

Interior Trim

Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Optional
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Optional

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Optional
Power Mirror(s)
Not Available
Standard
A/C
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Optional
Seat Memory
Optional
Optional
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Optional
Navigation from Telematics
Not Available
Optional
Telematics
Not Available
Optional

Safety

Safety Features

Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Optional
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Optional
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
N/A
Saab Cars North America suspended warranties on all models on December 19, 2011.
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