Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3

SAAB 9-3 1998 2.3 petrol description

Cabrio Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 has been produced from January, 1998 to September, 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 320 000 to 540 000 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 9-3 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.8 litres per 100km (10.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient SAAB 9-3 1998 - 2003 versions, city fuel economy - 14 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.3 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 920 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 9-3 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also SAAB 9-3 version with automatic gearbox (Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 11 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 10.0 litres per 100 km.
SAAB 9-3 1998

Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 technical data

Model: Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 2.3
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 1998. January ... 1998. September 
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)
Maximum speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.8 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.1 l/100km (23.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 68 litres (18 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.63m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10 meters
Trunk capacity: 295 litres
Gross weight: 1790 kg

Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 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 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 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
Engine also used on SAAB 900

All SAAB 9-3 cabrio [1998 - 2003] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 2.0 Petrol 130 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 2.0 Petrol 130 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 2000 Cabriolet 2.0 T Sep 2000 — Nov 2003

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2000 Cabriolet 2.0 T Sep 2000 — Nov 2003 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 2.0 Petrol 154 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 2.0 Petrol 154 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 2.0 Petrol 185 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2000 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 2000 — Nov 2003

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 185 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 2.0 Petrol 185 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 2000 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 2000 — Nov 2003 2.0 Petrol 185 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 1998 — Sep 1999 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1999 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Nov 2003 2.0 Petrol 205 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1999 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Nov 2003 2.0 Petrol 205 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 2.3 Petrol 150 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 Cabriolet 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 2.3 Petrol 150 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1999 2.3 Cabriolet Viggen Jun 1999 — Sep 2000

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds

2.3 Petrol 225 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5)
SAAB 9-3 1998 reviews
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