The 9-3 received some revisions in 2011 for the 2012 model year.
Changes were in the engine range with an overall reduction in diesel and petrol engine fuel consumption of 12% and 7% respectively.
An entry-level 163 hp, 2.0-litre gasoline/BioPower engine was added for 9-3 saloon, estate, and 9-3X models with Saab XWD.
Other changes included rear badging in line with all new Saab 9-5 saloon, 'ice block' style headlights, New bumper design, titanium metallic-effect trim around the instrument panel, gearshift, doors and glove box.
Aero gets graphite fiber effect.
Contrast stitching on leather upholstery.

In most markets, car was badged 'Griffin'.
The three-spoke alloy wheel returned in 16- to 18-inch choices.
An "Independence Edition" convertible was released with a total of 366 units to commemorate the first anniversary of the sale to Spyker Cars.
The 9-3 received some revisions in 2011 for the 2012 model year. Changes were in the engine range with an overall reduction in diesel and petrol engine fuel consumption of 12% and 7% respectively. An entry-level 163 hp, 2.0-litre gasoline/BioPower engine was added for 9-3 saloon, estate, and 9-3X models with Saab XWD. Other changes included rear badging in line with all new Saab 9-5 saloon, 'ice block' style headlights, New bumper design, titanium metallic-effect trim around the instrument panel, gearshift, doors and glove box. Aero gets graphite fiber effect. Contrast stitching on leather upholstery.
In most markets, car was badged 'Griffin'. The three-spoke alloy wheel returned in 16- to 18-inch choices. An "Independence Edition" convertible was released with a total of 366 units to commemorate the first anniversary of the sale to Spyker Cars.
Saab 9-3