Saab’s 9-3X Crossover to Bow at Geneva Motor Show

Posted: March 2nd, 2009 | Author: Soeren | Filed under: Crossover, Saab 9-3, Special Edition | No Comments »

Saab will introduce to the public the 2010 9-3X next month during the Geneva Motor Show. The new unit hopes to answer the demand of the market for right sized vehicles that can provide the space and the performance off road.

The designers of the car manufacturer tweaked the 9-3 Sportcombi and raised the ride by 1.4 inches. The wagon was further pimped by giving it an XWD system that enables it to maximize the power of its four wheels in addition to the facelift of the chassis.

The 9-3 crossover will be a perfect option for individuals and families who are trying to avoid the large crossover and SUV niches. The company blends function and performance to make it an ideal vehicle for the consumers on the go.

In the United States, the power of the car will be delivered by the four-cylinder 2.0L turbo-charged engine that can output 210 horsepower. The public has an option to choose between manual or automatic transmission that will be offered with the 9-3X.

During test runs, the Saab 9-3X decently conquers the 0-60 mph barrier in a matter of 8.2 seconds.

The European release will be using a 1.9L diesel engine equipped with turbo that can harness the power up to 180 horsepower and get a torque of 295 lb-ft.

The 9-3X also sports unique designs for its bumper covers, skid plates, side sills, and wheel arches to set it apart from the other units of the 9-3 brand. Other notable facelift includes roof rails, lower door strips in aluminum color, dual tip exhaust, and fog lights.

The Saab 9-3X will be in the US this coming fall. The tag price is set to begin at the $34000 mark.

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