SAAB 9000 1994 2.3 petrol description
Sedan Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo has been produced from September, 1994 to September, 1997. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 200 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 323 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 MHI TD04HL turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 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 9000 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo fuel consumption is 10 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient SAAB 9000 1994 - 1997 versions, city fuel economy - 14.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 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 9000 fuel consumption.

Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo technical data
Model: | Saab 9000 CDE 2.3 Turbo | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1994. September ... 1997. September | ||
Engine: | 2290 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 200 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 323 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.0 (combined) 14.3 (urban) 7.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.79m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1600 kg |
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo engine B234R
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.25 : 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 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
Power | 200 - 225 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 - 342 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1993 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
All SAAB 9000 sedan [1994 - 1997] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Saab 9000 1994 CD 2.0i | 2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 10.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9000 1995 CD 2.0i
Sep 1995 — Sep 1997 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9000 1995 CD 2.0i Sep 1995 — Sep 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9000 1994 CD 2.3i
Sep 1994 — Sep 1995 Most fuel efficient version |
2.3 Petrol | 147 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9000 1994 CD 2.3i Sep 1994 — Sep 1995 | 2.3 Petrol | 147 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9000 1994 CD 2.3i | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9000 1994 CD 2.3i | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 200 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 2.3 Turbo | 2.3 Petrol | 200 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 3.0i V6
Sep 1994 — Aug 1996 Most powerfull version (211 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 211 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9000 1994 CDE 3.0i V6
Sep 1994 — Aug 1996 Most powerfull version (211 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 211 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |