Summary: Beyond meatballs and home-assembled furniture, Sweden is also known as the home of Saab cars, a brand that has prided itself on being different. So for those who think Audis and BMWs are all too common on America's roadways, the Saab 9-3 offers a quirkier sports-luxury alternative. The new Saab 9-3 is host to many interior and performance upgrades, with the exterior receiving the most notable changes.