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2023 BMW 3 Series Sedan
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$43,800
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2012 Saab 9-3 Sedan
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Base Manual FWD
$28,900
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Overview
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Trunk Volume
17 ft³
Trunk Volume
15 ft³
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
220 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
3,582 lbs
3,710 lbs
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Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
29 MPG
25 MPG
City
25 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
33 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.1 Tons/yr
7.3 Tons/yr
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
16 gallons
Cruising Range City
390 miles
320 miles
Cruising Range Highway
530.4 miles
528 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
185.7 in
182.9 in
Height
56.8 in
57.1 in
Max Width
71.9 in
70.9 in
Front Width
62.3 in
60 in
Rear Width
62.9 in
59.3 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
105.3 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
5 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42 in
42.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.7 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
55.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
35.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.6 in
37 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.6 in
55.1 in
Cargo Space
Trunk Volume
17 ft³
15 ft³
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
N/A
Wheels
Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7.5"
Suspension
Front Suspension
Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Independent
Tires
Front Tire
P225/45HR18
N/A
Rear Tire
P225/45HR18
N/A
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
Alpine White
Jet Black
N/A
Optional Exterior Colors
Black Sapphire Metallic
Brooklyn Grey Metallic
Melbourne Red Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Phytonic Blue Metallic
Portimao Blue Metallic
Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Individual Dravit Grey Metallic, Priority 1
Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1
N/A
Standard Interior Materials
Black, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
Canberra Beige, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
Cognac, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
Tacora Red, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
Black, Leather-appointed seat trim
Parchment, Leather-appointed seat trim
Optional Interior Materials
Black w/Blue Stitching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
Mocha, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
Oyster, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
Tacora Red, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
N/A
Features and Options
Infotainment
HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Optional
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Seats
Optional
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Optional
Comfort
Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Optional
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Optional
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Optional
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Navigation from Telematics
Not Available
Optional
Telematics
Standard
Optional
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Optional
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
US NHTSA Crash Test Result
Rollover Rating
N/A
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
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
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 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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