Saab 9-3 Convertible confirms its leadership in the premium convertible and produced more than 20 years of experience in designing four-seater, the Four Seasons soft tops that are functional as they are fashionable.
Saab Convertible has a level of structural integrity, build quality and running refinement that places it at the top of its class. Innovative product features further develop the Saab concept that a convertible should be "more than a" convertible offering effective transport all the year round. In addition to its functional qualities, too Convertible offers strong driving appeal through sharing the excellent chassis dynamics of the 9-3 range.
The engine range includes a choice of a "tri-fuel" gasoline, diesel or bioethanol (E85) engine power. It is headed by an aluminum 2.8-liter turbo V6 rated at 255 hp (188 kW), a powerful two-stage turbo diesel packing 400 Nm of torque and a choice of two Saab BioPower (E85) flex-fuel engines.
Saab Convertible has a level of structural integrity, build quality and running refinement that places it at the top of its class. Innovative product features further develop the Saab concept that a convertible should be "more than a" convertible offering effective transport all the year round. In addition to its functional qualities, too Convertible offers strong driving appeal through sharing the excellent chassis dynamics of the 9-3 range.
The engine range includes a choice of a "tri-fuel" gasoline, diesel or bioethanol (E85) engine power. It is headed by an aluminum 2.8-liter turbo V6 rated at 255 hp (188 kW), a powerful two-stage turbo diesel packing 400 Nm of torque and a choice of two Saab BioPower (E85) flex-fuel engines.
The balanced proportions and a determined attitude to equip the car with a strong sporting character that, roof up or down, echoes it's fun to drive call.
Unique 'stand alone' design. Charm of Scandinavian design ensures the lines are clean and flowing, but never cold or clinical. Open a machine that looks like a unique model of its own, free from compromise on style embarrassing.
Bold frontal styling. The prominent central grille with the wing motif is inspired by the Aero X concept car and the U pressing the classic shell top Saab. The shape of the grille and headlamp units is complemented a smooth bumper molding with a deep trapezoidal air intake. .
Clean style hat. Pop-up roll bars and retractable rear head streamlined by twin fairings cities, underscore the sporting intent of the Cabriolet.
Coupé looks. Soft-top is a tight and smooth, the use of six cross-braces and tension.
Unique 'Surround Trim. U Line style ranges from the base of the pillars at the top of the doors, rear side trims and tonneau cover. Body color with metallic colors, it integrates the front and zones visual passenger and rear outer surfaces connecting the top only to "enter" when the roof is in place.
Hydraulic, triple layer roof. Automatic closing of the windshield and deploys fully in just 20 seconds. Among the fastest in its class.
Integral gutter sewn on the side of the canvas soft-top. Prevents water droplets dripping onto the seats when a door is opened.
Compact design and weight. Roof rail head frame, swivel brackets, and especially from magnesium.
Unique tonneau cover operation. To accelerate the deployment of the roof, the canyon has a unique two-stage cycle, rising horizontally and then moving back parallel to the upper trunk. More robust operation, better sealing.
"CargoSET" Automatic trunk expansion. Soft-top connected to flexible, 'concertina' storage well. When the roof is in place, well back, releasing useful storage space in the trunk.
Class-competitive 0.34 Cd (roof up). Soft-top resistant "ballooning" at high speed
Parts of the interior of the cab and the driver seems to focus on themes Sport Sedan and SportCombi. Particular emphasis was placed on a style that combines the rear passengers, including the internal environment "f'ixed head '.
Integrated front and rear passenger compartment in a theme consistent style to promote the character "custom".
Indoor environment "fixed head." Convertible to offer soft-top with light colored headlining. Premier combines a seamless fit close to give the impression of contracts to head inside.
Front seats with integrated seat belts Convertible only. Much appreciated the comfort and support.
Easy entry / exit for rear passengers. Movement of the individual action of the front seats through 243 mm and elimination of belts 'B' pillar-mounted seats.
A comfortable rear seats and upholstery. Deep-backed chicks kept in a comfortable position is not compromised by packaging requirements.
"'Textile Hydroblox seat upholstery is water. A unique feature.
'Profiler' customization. A wide range of functions can be preset to suit your personal preference including: anti-theft alarm, parking assistance, windscreen wipers and rain-sensitive automatic air conditioning.
"Room of Light" or "issues inside the dark room." Seats beige or black, door panels, rear side panels, lower front fascia and carpet.
"Smart" dual-zone air conditioning. Automatic climate control (ACC) now offers manual adjustment of heat when the hood is lowered.
Infotainment systems include DVD / GPS satellite navigation with a color screen 6.5 inch built-in Bluetooth ™ (BPIS), which provides automatic connection to audio system with operation by voice control or buttons wheel. Auxiliary input socket standard with all infotainment systems. .
Foldable wind deflector for easy stowage among wide range of accessories.
Choice of linear "forms" Vector, flagship sports "Aero" over. Each with unique design seats and 16/17-inch alloy wheels. Aero adds a sporty, lowered chassis and optional 18-inch wheels alloy.
Chassis
The 9-3 Convertible retains the sporty handling characteristics of the sports sedan. The rigid body structure provides a solid basis for suspension systems with very low levels of noise, vibration and harshness.
Passive rear wheel "Reax" management feature. The kinematics of the rear suspension is adjusted to the unique rear wheel steer response for optimum handling and stability.
Four independent rear suspension. High lateral stiffness for stability and grip, the longitudinal flexibility for comfort.
MacPherson strut front suspension with lower A-arms mounted on a hydroformed (hollow), sub-frame. High resistance to lateral socket for good steering precision and high longitudinal compliance for ride comfort.
Low Mounted director gives excellent feel and precision with progressive power assistance and fast responses.
Mechanical Brake Assist (MBA). Automatically increases brake pressure to the driver presses the pedal hard, which reduces the braking distance. Standard.
Advanced chassis electronic systems. Saab-tuned 'user friendly' ESP ® (Electronic Stability Program). EBD (electronic brake force distribution), CBC (Brake Control) and TCS (Traction Control System) all standard features.
Minimized unsprung weight for better ride comfort. Hub carriers, brake calipers, lower control arms front suspension and toe and lower links of the rear suspension made of aluminum.
9-3 Convertible was developed alongside the Sport Sedan, ensuring all the special structural requirements of an open car can be taken into consideration right from the start. Structural integrity and build quality positions at the top of its class.
Excellent torsional rigidity (11 500 Nm / degree), despite the absence of fixed roof, to promote excellent running refinement, stiff suspension, and supports a strong safety structure.
The second "complementary" from the beginning. Correctly without the fixed roof, torsional stiffness of a fully integrated, add the upgrade system, which connects the facilities front, rear and side.
High and ultra high strength steel widely used, representing about 60 percent of body weight convertible.
Reinforced A-pillars and windshield rail able to withstand a load of 2.2 times the weight of the car.
Low speed impact resistance. "Self-repairing 'bumpers and crash boxes provide the effects of deformation of the body to protect up to 15 kph, minimizing accident repair bills.
Powertrain
Fine chassis dynamics and refinement to complete the outstanding handling of all-turbo engines lineup, which includes 2.8V6 and 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo petrol, diesel and efficient twin turbocharger two Saab BioPower variants. All major typically strong, mid-range torque characteristics.
All-aluminum 2.8-liter turbo. The first of six cylinders that are built specifically for the Saab turbo application. It offers 255 hp (188 kW), which combines multi-cylinder turbo refinement with outstanding performance. Single twin-scroll turbocharger fed by both cylinder banks.
All-aluminum 2.0-liter turbo engines. Saab developed and tuned for 150 (110 kW), 175 (129 kW) and 210 hp (147 kW) with high torque for quick overtaking. All internal components unique to Saab. Balance of trees to run more refinement.
1.9TTiD engine with two supercharged 180 hp (132 kW) and exceptional torque of 400 Nm with two turbos integrated as a single unit and common rail direct injection and multiple. A 150 hp (110 kW) version with a single VNT turbocharger also offered. . A particulate filter is maintenance. Equipped as standard.
A choice of two BioPower engines giving more power and torque on E85 fuel. Saab only ones to offer flex-fuel engines for improved performance and reduced emissions of fossil CO2 BioPower.
Choice of transmission across. Upgrading and five-speed manual six-speed six-speed units standard for 2.8V6, 210 hp/155 turbos and 175 kilowatts kilowatts hp / 129 and two turbo diesel .. Five-speed, adaptive automatic transmission with Saab Sentronic speed manual selection and steering wheel optional. Six-speed units offered with the 2.8V6 turbo and turbo diesel.
Security
Crash test research-based "real life". And simulation test patterns developed from databases covering more than 6,100 accidents in real life Saab Saab cars involved in Swedish roads.
Wide range of crash test configurations used in the development of body structure and restraint systems for 9-3 range, including eight different types of rollover test for the convertible.
Protection "DynaCage" includes rollover pop-up roll bars behind, strengthened A-pillars, sills and automatic seat belt pre-tension
Fully integrated front seat belts attached to the seat frame completely. Optimized belt geometry regardless of seat, but also more convenient to use.
Support Saab Active Head System (SAHR). Protection against neck injuries in frontal impact and rear. Automatic re-setting.
Adaptive front airbags. Distribution more passengers depending on the severity of impact, and seat belt use was placed.
Side airbags with two floors. Separate rooms for the protection of the chest and head. Mounted in the outer edge of the front-rear for optimum regardless of the sitting position.
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