Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t

SAAB 9-3 2003 2.0 petrol description

Cabrio Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t has been produced from November, 2003 to September, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 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 GT2052S turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This SAAB 9-3 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.

Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.6 litres per 100km (11.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this SAAB is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real SAAB 9-3 fuel consumption.

SAAB 9-3 safety

During safety testing SAAB 9-3 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-3 is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection SAAB 9-3 got one star.

With the same engine there is also SAAB 9-3 version with automatic gearbox (Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 12 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 9.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 9.6 litres per 100 km.
SAAB 9-3 2003

Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t technical data

Model: Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 1.8t
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2003. November ... 2007. September 
Engine: 1988 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 206 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 2500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 205 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.6 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 6.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.9 l/100km (26.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 235 litres
Gross weight: 2040 kg

Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t engine B207E

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 1998 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 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 2003 Cabriolet 1.8t oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.7 litres (6 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 240 NM ON 2500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 10 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 2005 onwards.

All SAAB 9-3 cabrio [2003 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Saab 9-3 2006 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD Jan 2006 — Sep 2007

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2006 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD Jan 2006 — Sep 2007 1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.0t Nov 2003 — Jul 2006 2.0 Petrol 175 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2006 Cabriolet 2.0t Jul 2006 — Sep 2007

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 175 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.0t 2.0 Petrol 175 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo Nov 2003 — Jul 2006 2.0 Petrol 210 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Petrol 210 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Petrol 210 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2005 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds

2.8 Petrol 250 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2005 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007

Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP)

2.8 Petrol 250 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (6)
SAAB 9-3 2003 reviews
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