Volvo C70 vs. Saab 9-3
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volvo C70 and Saab 9-3 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volvo C70 and the Saab 9-3.
When comparing the Volvo C70's and the Saab 9-3's specifications and ratings, the Volvo C70 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Volvo C70 and Saab 9-3 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Volvo C70's and the Saab 9-3's specifications and ratings, the Volvo C70 is a better car than the Saab 9-3.
Pricing: A used 2011 Volvo C70 ranges from $5,993 to $16,140 while a used 2011 Saab 9-3 is priced between $6,388 to $14,074.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Volvo C70’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the Saab 9-3 base engine makes 210 horsepower. Both the C70 and the 9-3 are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 445 and 476 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Volvo C70 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Saab 9-3 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$39,950
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$39,990
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,497
Price Range:
$5,993 - $16,140
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
105,277
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,991
Price Range:
$6,388 - $14,074
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
107,284
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Volvo C70 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Saab 9-3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo C70
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Saab 9-3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
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Volvo C70 Rankings
Not yet available
Saab 9-3 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo C70 Trim Levels
T5
Saab 9-3 Trim Levels
2.0T, Aero, Aero Sport, Aero Sport XWD, Sport, Sport XWD, Aero SportCombi, SportCombi
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 445 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
328 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
82.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3837 lbs
Width:
72.3 inches
Height:
55.1 inches
Length:
180.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3714 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
182.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/45R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Ember Black Metallic / Solid Black
Blue
Celestial Blue Metallic
Red
Flamenco Red Metallic
Silver
Electric Silver Metallic
White
Ice White
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Jet Black Metallic
Blue
Nocturne Blue Metallic
Red
Laser Red
Silver
Diamond Silver Metallic / Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Arctic White
Brown
Java Metallic
Gray
Carbon Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Calcite
Brown
Cacao / Calcite
Gray
Off Black
Red
Cranberry
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Brown
Parchment
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Black
Black
