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Ford Flex vs Saab 9-3X

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

Vehicles

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2019 Ford Flex

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2011 Saab 9-3X

Overview

SpecFord FlexSESaab 9-3XX
Selected trimSEX
Body styleWagonWagon
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20192011

Pricing & market

SpecFord FlexSESaab 9-3XX
MSRP$30,575 (best)$36,975
Lowest listing price$9,113 (best)
Median listing price$13,978 (best)
Highest listing price$19,781 (best)
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FlexSESaab 9-3XX
Combined MPG19 MPG21 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG17 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.6 gal (best)16.4 gal

Performance

SpecFord FlexSESaab 9-3XX
Horsepower287 hp (best)210 hp
Torque254 lb-ft (best)221 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FlexSESaab 9-3XX
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume83.2 cu ft (best)59.5 cu ft
Towing capacity4,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,439 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.9 in (best)
Wheelbase117.9 in (best)105.3 in
Length201.8 in (best)184.6 in
Width75.9 in (best)70.9 in
Height68 in (best)60.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FlexSESaab 9-3XX
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)4None reported (best)

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.

TrimFord FlexSaab 9-3X
1

SE

$30,575 MSRP(Currently comparing)

X

$36,975 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL

$33,290 MSRP

3

SEL

$35,240 MSRP

4

Limited

$38,790 MSRP

5

Limited

$40,740 MSRP

6

Limited

$43,590 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford Flex vs Saab 9-3X FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Flex or 2011 Saab 9-3X?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Flex vs 2011 Saab 9-3X on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Ford Flex or 2011 Saab 9-3X?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Flex starts lower at $30,575. Live Ford Flex listings start at $9,113.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Flex or 2011 Saab 9-3X?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,575).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Flex or 2011 Saab 9-3X?
The 2011 Saab 9-3X leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Flex or 2011 Saab 9-3X?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
Which has better seats: 2019 Ford Flex or 2011 Saab 9-3X?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Ford Flex or 2011 Saab 9-3X?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Flex vs 2011 Saab 9-3X?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Flex (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).