In the tradition of Saab hatchbacks comes the new 2006 Saab 9-3 SportCombi. The Aero model, which is powered by a new turbocharged 2.8-liter V6 that produces 250 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, shifts using either a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic with steering wheel shifters. The 9-3 SportCombi Aero rolls on 17-inch, five-spoke wheels with all-season tires and is priced in the mid 30s. Don’t need the power and want to spend a little less? Opt for the 2.0T. The 9-3 SportCombi 2.0T offers 210 horsepower from a turbocharged four-cylinder motor and starts at just under $28,000.

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