Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6
SAAB 9-3 2003 2.8 petrol description
Cabrio Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 has been produced from September, 2005 to September, 2007. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.8 litres, which produces power of 250 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull SAAB 9-3 2003 - 2007 version and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-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 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This SAAB 9-3 2.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7 litres.
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
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.
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.
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2005. September ... 2007. September | ||
| Engine: | 2792 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 266 g/km |
| Power: | 250 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 2200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 240 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.8 l/100km (19.9 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: | 2090 kg | ||
Saab 9-3 2003 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6 engine B284L
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 | 2792 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 74.8 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 2.8 Turbo V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
| Power | 250 - 255 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 NM ON 2200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2005 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
Most often compared to
All SAAB 9-3 cabrio [2003 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |