Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6
SAAB 900 1993 2.5 petrol description
Hatchback Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 has been produced from September, 1993 to September, 1997. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 227 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This SAAB 900 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and Aisin AW50-40LE automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Aisin AW50-40LE gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 300,000 km.
For cars with engines up to 2.0 litres, the gearbox is long-lasting and reliable, while larger engines tend to have problems with this gearbox.
Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient SAAB 900 1993 - 1998 version, fuel consumption in city - 13 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this SAAB real everyday fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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.

Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 technical data
Model: | Saab 900 2.5i V6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1993. September ... 1997. September | ||
Engine: | 2498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 170 HP ON 5900 RPM | Torque: | 227 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 225 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.9 l/100km (26.4 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 2.5i V6 engine B258i
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 | 2498 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81.6 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.8 : 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 | Injection |
Saab 900 1993 2.5i V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 170 HP ON 5900 RPM |
Torque | 227 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1993 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
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All SAAB 900 hatchback [1993 - 1998] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |