Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe

SAAB 900 1994 2.3 petrol description

Coupe Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe has been produced from January, 1994 to February, 1998. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 4300 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 320 up to 540 thousand 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 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 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.

With the same engine there is also SAAB 900 version with automatic gearbox (Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 11 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 10.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.5 litres per 100 km.
SAAB 900 1994

Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe technical data

Model: Saab 900 2.3i Coupe
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1994. January ... 1998. February 
Engine: 2290 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 150 HP ON 5700 RPM Torque: 210 NM ON 4300 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.8 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 7.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.6 l/100km (24.5 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: 10.5 meters
Gross weight: 1600 kg

Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe engine B234i

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 320,000 to 540,000 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 10 : 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 1994 2.3i Coupe oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4 litres (4.2 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 5700 RPM
Torque 210 NM ON 4300 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 coupe [1994 - 1998] modifications

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

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 Coupe 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 1994 2.3i Coupe 2.3 Petrol 150 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 900 1994 2.3i Coupe

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

2.3 Petrol 150 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 900 1994 2.5i V6 Coupe Jan 1994 — Aug 1996 2.5 Petrol 170 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 900 1994 2.5i V6 Coupe Jan 1994 — Sep 1997

Most fuel efficient version

2.5 Petrol 170 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
SAAB 900 1994 reviews
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