Back to the Roots: Saab combi-horn for 9-3 successor 2012
Saab purists like the hatchback, also known as the combination coupe. For them, the classic 900 and the coupe shape of the 900 II or the 9-3 I are the classic and embodies the Saab philosophy par excellence.
Compared to autoblog, Magnus Hillerborn, Saab's Vehicle Validation Engineer, has now confirmed a combi coupe as one of the approved body styles for the 2012-9 successor to be released at the end of 3.
The combination cup will as 5-door variant appear, as well as a convertible version is confirmed. A combination version will probably follow with some time interval. What would be conceivable is an 2-door coupe, a sedan version is not yet confirmed.
According to Magnus Hillerborn, the 5-door hatchback version is on the one hand very - let's say “Saabig” - on the other hand, you don't want to scare the traditional limousine buyer.
Smaller traditional notchback versions are still in high demand, particularly in the US market and in southern European countries such as the Spanish market, which is important for Saab. Even if traditionalists like to see Saab interpreted as a “hatchback brand”, the brand image in the Saab history until the appearance of the 900 dominated sedan.
Starting from the 92 to the Saab 99, Saab produced, in addition to a station wagon version and sports car small series, especially sedan types. Therefore, should not completely lose sight of this form.
We are happy about a new Saab Kombicoupe and can hardly wait for the debut.
Source: Autoblog
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