Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD

SAAB 9-3 2003 1.9 diesel description

Cabrio Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD has been produced from January, 2006 to September, 2007. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GT1749MV turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 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 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.6 litres.

Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
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 manual gearbox (Saab 9-3 2006 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 10 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 5.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 6.4 litres per 100 km.
SAAB 9-3 2003

Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD technical data

Model: Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2006. January ... 2007. September 
Engine: 1910 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 194 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 320 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.2 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100km (33.1 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 1.9 TiD engine D207L

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 1910 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.4 mm
Compression ratio 17.5 : 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 320 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on SAAB 9-5

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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