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A 2010 Saab 9-3 Aero Carlsson, one of just 96 ever built, is heading to auction at Manor Park Classics on February 15, 2025. Powered by a 2.8L turbocharged V6 producing 276 bhp, paired with Saab’s XWD all-wheel-drive system, this limited-edition model is a true performance machine. With a high-spec interior, BOSE audio, and Nappa leather accents, this meticulously maintained example presents a rare opportunity for Saab enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Saab’s XWD system redefined the all-wheel drive experience, pushing beyond the limits of Haldex Gen 4 with innovative torque vectoring and preemptive traction control. In head-to-head roller tests against Audi’s Quattro, Saab's AWD showcased both brilliance and quirks, highlighting the brand’s relentless drive to challenge industry norms and pioneer cutting-edge technology

In this video SAAB 9-3 XWD Drifting on a parkinglot somewhere in Sweden. The car is a Saab 9-3ss  (RS racing - Swedish Racing Development) from 2005 that has be tuned to 303WHP and have a Turbo drivline: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sBgKrwWcNw...