Saab 9-3 vs Volkswagen Eos
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volkswagen Eos
Overview
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volkswagen EosKomfort |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.0T | Komfort |
| Body style | Sedan | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volkswagen EosKomfort |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,900 (best) | $31,995 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volkswagen EosKomfort |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal (best) | 14.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volkswagen EosKomfort |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft (best) | 207 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volkswagen EosKomfort |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 15 cu ft (best) | 10.5 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 932 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,508 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in (best) | 5.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in (best) | 101.5 in |
| Length | 182.9 in (best) | 174.1 in |
| Width | 70.9 in (best) | 70.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in (best) | 56.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volkswagen EosKomfort |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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.
| Trim | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0T $28,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Komfort $31,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.0T $30,330 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 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 | — |