Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD

SAAB 9-5 2001 3.0 diesel description

Sedan Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD has been produced from September, 2001 to October, 2005. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GT2559V turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This SAAB 9-5 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.

Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient SAAB 9-5 2001 - 2005 versions, city fuel economy - 9.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1020 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1280 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this SAAB is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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

Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD technical data

Model: Saab 9-5 3.0 TiD
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2001. September ... 2005. October 
Engine: 2958 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 193 g/km
Power: 177 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 215 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.3 (combined) 9.8 (urban) 5.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.5 l/100km (31.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 75 litres (19.8 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 3.0 TiD engine D308L

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 2958 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 87.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 177 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 350 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2001
Duration of production 4 years

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)
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)
Saab 9-5 2001 2.3 Turbo Aero

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.3 Petrol 250 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5)
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)
Saab 9-5 2001 3.0 TiD

Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP)

3.0 Diesel 177 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (5)
SAAB 9-5 2001 reviews
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