SAAB has announced full pricing and specifications for the updated 9-3 model range which goes on sale this month.

The enhanced specification includes alloy wheels, leather trimmed interior, heated front seats, park assist and Bluetooth phone integration system as standard on all models.

All MY12 9-3 models now come with automatic dimming mirrors inside and outside the vehicle, electric folding mirrors and automatic rain sensor wipers as standard.

The latest 9-3 range receives a fresh face and is distinguished by new front bumpers, headlamps and a new grille.

At the rear, the Saab wordmark replaces badging on the chrome trim and all Saloon variants receive a boot-mounted aerodynamic spoiler.

Inside, the cabin features titanium metallic-effect trim around the instrument panel, gearshift moulding, doors and glovebox.

SE models are fitted with leather appointed comfort seats, while Aero models feature new graphite-fibre around the instrument panel, gearshift moulding, doors and glovebox and leather sport seats.

Under the bonnet, two new 2.0-litre petrol turbo engines produce 163hp and 220hp and include direct injection, variable valve timing and twin-scroll turbocharging.

Both of these engines will be available with a six-speed manual and automatic transmission.

In terms of CO2 per unit of horsepower, the new manual 220hp 2.0-litre petrol 9-3 Aero Saloon and SportWagon is the most powerful sub 160g/km petrol engine vehicle on sale.

Like its sibling, the 9-3 1.9-litre manual twin turbo diesel line-up also offers class-leading CO2 emissions of 119g/km in both the saloon and sportWagon.

Prices start at £21,495 for the SE 2.0t, rising to £30,760 for the Aero 2.0T XWD.