Saab 900 1993 2.0i Turbo

SAAB 900 1993 2.0 petrol description

Hatchback Saab 900 1993 2.0i Turbo has been produced from January, 1994 to February, 1998. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 185 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull SAAB 900 1993 - 1998 version and torque 263 Nm (Newton metres) on 2100 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 TB25 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 260 000 to 430 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This SAAB 900 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

Saab 900 1993 2.0i Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 900 1993 2.0i Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Saab 900 1993 2.0i Turbo in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.4 litres per 100km (9.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this SAAB is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real SAAB 900 fuel consumption.

SAAB 900 safety

During safety testing SAAB 900 has obtained 2 stars from five, which means quite low safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 900 is evaluated with two stars, and for pedestrian protection SAAB 900 got two stars.

With the same engine there is also SAAB 900 version with automatic gearbox (Saab 900 1995 2.0i Turbo AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 11.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 9.2 litres per 100 km.
SAAB 900 1993

Saab 900 1993 2.0i Turbo technical data

Model: Saab 900 2.0i Turbo
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1994. January ... 1998. February 
Engine: 1985 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 185 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 263 NM ON 2100 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 230 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.4 (combined) 15.1 (urban) 7.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.8 l/100km (21.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 68 litres (18 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Gross weight: 1600 kg

Saab 900 1993 2.0i Turbo engine B204L

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 260,000 to 430,000 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 1985 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 90 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78 mm
Compression ratio 9.2 : 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 900 1993 2.0i Turbo oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4 litres (4.2 quarts)
Power 185 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 263 NM ON 2100 RPM
Start of production (year) 1993
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1996 onwards.

Engine also used on SAAB 9-3

All SAAB 900 hatchback [1993 - 1998] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Saab 900 1993 2.0i 2.0 Petrol 130 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 900 1993 2.0i 2.0 Petrol 130 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 900 1994 2.0i Turbo Jan 1994 — Feb 1998

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds

2.0 Petrol 185 HP 10.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 900 1995 2.0i Turbo Jan 1995 — Feb 1998

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds

2.0 Petrol 185 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 900 1993 2.3i 2.3 Petrol 150 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 900 1993 2.3i

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

2.3 Petrol 150 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 Sep 1993 — Aug 1996 2.5 Petrol 170 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 Sep 1993 — Sep 1997

Most fuel efficient version

2.5 Petrol 170 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
SAAB 900 1993 reviews
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