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Audi A4 vs Saab 9-3

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2020 Audi A4

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2011 Saab 9-3

Overview

SpecAudi A4PremiumSaab 9-32.0T
Selected trimPremium2.0T
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202011

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A4PremiumSaab 9-32.0T
MSRP$37,400$28,900 (best)
Lowest listing price$14,423 (best)
Median listing price$19,314 (best)
Highest listing price$20,801 (best)
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A4PremiumSaab 9-32.0T
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)31 MPG
Fuel tank15.3 gal16.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A4PremiumSaab 9-32.0T
Horsepower188 hp210 hp (best)
Torque236 lb-ft (best)221 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A4PremiumSaab 9-32.0T
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume12 cu ft15 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,417 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.9 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in (best)105.3 in
Length187.5 in (best)182.9 in
Width72.7 in (best)70.9 in
Height56.2 in57.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A4PremiumSaab 9-32.0T
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)33

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi A4Saab 9-3
1

Premium

$37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2.0T

$28,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$41,000 MSRP

2.0T

$30,330 MSRP

3

Prestige

$46,950 MSRP

2.0T

$39,990 MSRP

4

2.0T

$32,395 MSRP

5

Aero

$35,340 MSRP

6

Aero

$37,020 MSRP

7

Aero

$45,080 MSRP

8

Aero

$38,115 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A4 vs Saab 9-3 FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Audi A4 or 2011 Saab 9-3?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Audi A4 vs 2011 Saab 9-3 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Audi A4 or 2011 Saab 9-3?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Saab 9-3 starts lower at $28,900. Live Audi A4 listings start at $14,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Audi A4 or 2011 Saab 9-3?
The 2011 Saab 9-3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,900).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Audi A4 or 2011 Saab 9-3?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Audi A4 or 2011 Saab 9-3?
The 2011 Saab 9-3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (210).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Audi A4 vs 2011 Saab 9-3?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A4 (5/5 NHTSA overall).