Saab 9-3 vs Volvo V70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Volvo V70
Overview
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.0T | 3.2 |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,900 (best) | $33,550 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $3,950 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $3,950 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $3,950 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp | 235 hp (best) |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 15 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,300 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,904 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 110.9 in (best) |
| Length | 182.9 in | 189.9 in (best) |
| Width | 70.9 in | 73.3 in (best) |
| Height | 57.1 in | 60.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Saab 9-32.0T | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 3 |
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 | Volvo V70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.0T $28,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 3.2 $33,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.0T $30,330 MSRP | 3.2 R-Design $38,000 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 | — |
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Saab 9-3 vs Volvo V70 FAQ
- Which is better: 2011 Saab 9-3 or 2010 Volvo V70?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Saab 9-3 vs 2010 Volvo V70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2011 Saab 9-3 or 2010 Volvo V70?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Saab 9-3 starts lower at $28,900. Live Volvo V70 listings start at $3,950.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Saab 9-3 or 2010 Volvo V70?
- The 2011 Saab 9-3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (28,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Saab 9-3 or 2010 Volvo V70?
- The 2011 Saab 9-3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2011 Saab 9-3 or 2010 Volvo V70?
- The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on horsepower in this comparison (235).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Saab 9-3 or 2010 Volvo V70?
- The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,300).