Compare: 2008 BMW 3-Series vs 2009 Saab 9-3

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2008 BMW 3-Series

2009 Saab 9-3

  2008 BMW 3-Series 2-door Convertible 328i Side Exterior View 2009 Saab 9-3 XWD
MSRP
$48,825
$40,845
Invoice $44,920 $38,925
MPG
City/Highway
14/30 15/29
Rating 8.6 7.6
Bottom Line The 2008 BMW 3-Series sedan has the best overall driving experience in its class and remains the gold standard among mid-size sport sedans. Despite rather conservative styling, the 2009 Saab 9-3 is one of the boldest performers in its class.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Responsive, smooth, and refined
  • Firm but absorbent ride
  • Nice, supportive front seats

Dislikes:

  • Controls not as straightforward as they could be
  • Wide center console and narrow footwells
  • Backseat space is still too tight for most

Likes:

  • Base turbo engine is both strong and fuel-efficient
  • Crisp steering and great handling
  • Nice interior design

Dislikes:

  • Pricey, even compared against luxury competitors
  • Too-firm ride in Aero and Turbo X
  • Cut-rate GM switchgear is obvious in a few cases
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2008 BMW 3-Series $24,659 $33,923 $29,325
2009 Saab 9-3 $17,225 $26,068 $22,022
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