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Saab 9-3 vs. Acura RL Price Comparison

Saab 9-3 vs Acura RL Price Comparison:
Saab 9-3 vs Acura RL Price Comparison:

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features comparison between the Saab 9-3 and Acura RL. Including:

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Summary

For the Saab 9-3 vs. Acura RL price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the 9-3 vs. RL Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the 9-3 and RL will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Saab 9-3 Aero's price is $7,995 lower than the Acura RL's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the 9-3 vs. RL Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Saab 9-3 Aero, the Acura RL includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $510 adjustment for the Saab 9-3 Aero's additional features, the Saab 9-3 Aero is $7,995 less than the Acura RL.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Acura RL

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Saab 9-3 Aero
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 7,995
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 4,354
Model Year20112006
Model9-3RL
TrimAeroBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine210hp I4300hp V6
TransmissionT6T5
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/27 MPG18/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers260, 11260, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17245/50-17
Total Price42,43049,915
Adjustments for Features-5100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price41,92049,915
Total Invoice40,66244,527
Adjustments for Features-4890
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice40,17344,527

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Invoice Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Acura RL

Price Comparison (MSRP): Saab 9-3 vs. Acura RL

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Saab 9-3 Aero
Difference: 7,485
Lowest Total Invoice: Saab 9-3 Aero
Difference: 3,865
Model Year20112006
Model9-3RL
TrimAeroBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price35,34049,300
Base Invoice34,05643,912
Premium Package795 
6-speed shiftable automatic0 
AWD2,775 
Navigation system2,145 
Metallic paint (extra cost)550 
Premium Package708 
6-speed shiftable automatic0 
AWD2,674 
Navigation system1,909 
Metallic paint (extra cost)490 
Total options6,2650
Total options5,7810
Destination825615
Total Price42,43049,915
Total Invoice40,66244,527

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Features Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Acura RL

Model Year20112006
Model9-3RL
TrimAeroBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Proximity key $250
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Sunshades, second row $125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Front seat active head restraints$50 
Obstacle detection, rear$300 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo net $40
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Traffic information $50
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Body kit$350 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Boost gauge$75 
Compass$25 
Fog light, rear$100 
Headlight washers$50 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Powertrain 
Active rear differential $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$5,425$4,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$510$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4890

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Specifications Comparison: Saab 9-3 vs. Acura RL

Model Year20112006
Model9-3RL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.3 in110.2 in
Length182.5 in193.6 in
Width69.0 in72.2 in
Height56.8 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,430 lb.4,012 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.4 gal.19.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.0 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in36.3 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Aero

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Obstacle detection, rear300No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested110063%
Total Not Requested65037%

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Price of the Saab 9-3: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Car had 16,000 miles, purchased it with 5 year, 100k warranty for $19,750. Anniversary edition, with upgraded stereo, heated seats, rear lip spoiler, nice wheels, two tone seats.
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6
6-speed manual FWD		 The car was significantly less expensive than comparative cars and they were willing to offer me a single payment lease.
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Took advanatge of GM Employee pricing
2004 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 I paid less to buy an used Saab than Honda or Toyota.
2003 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Prices are quite low in the used market, cars towards the beginning of the generation (2003,2004) can be had much cheaper than expected, especially through dealers just looking to get rid of them.
2003 4dr Sedan turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 initial cost was low
2002 4dr Hatch turbocharged 205hp 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Thanks to fast depreciation, they are a steal on the used car market.
Price of the Saab 9-3: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Expensive compared to comparable vehicles. Should compete with Volvo, VW, not BMW or Audi
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 MSRP is much higher in Canada compared to USA. Price of parts is excessive.
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Love Saab. Hate the fact that they seem to sticker 10k above what might be a reasonable price.
2004 2dr Convertible turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 expensive

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