Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T
SAAB 9-5 2001 2.3 petrol description
Sedan Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T has been produced from September, 2001 to October, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 185 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett GT1752S turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 340 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This SAAB 9-5 2.3 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.
Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T fuel consumption is 10 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this SAAB real everyday fuel consumption is 10.4 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real SAAB 9-5 fuel consumption.
SAAB 9-5 safety
During safety testing SAAB 9-5 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-5 is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection SAAB 9-5 got two stars.
Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-5 2.3 T | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2001. September ... 2005. October | ||
| Engine: | 2290 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 238 g/km |
| Power: | 185 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 280 NM ON 1800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 225 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.0 (combined) 14.8 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.4 l/100km (22.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.83m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1800 kg | ||
Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T engine B235E
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 2290 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T oil type | 0W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 170 - 185 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 NM ON 1800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
Most often compared to
All SAAB 9-5 sedan [2001 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saab 9-5 2001 2.0 T | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 2.0 T | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2002 2.2 TiD
Apr 2002 — Oct 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.2 Diesel | 120 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2002 2.2 TiD Aug 2002 — Oct 2005 | 2.2 Diesel | 120 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 T | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2003 2.3 Turbo Aug 2003 — Oct 2005 | 2.3 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2003 2.3 Turbo Aug 2003 — Oct 2005 | 2.3 Petrol | 220 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 Turbo Aero
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 250 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 Turbo Aero
Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 250 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 V6 T Sep 2001 — Aug 2003 | 3.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD
Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |