Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.8t

SAAB 9-3 2007 2.0 petrol description

Cabrio Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.8t has been produced from September, 2007 to January, 2010. 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 2000 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. 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 9-3 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.

Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.8t has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.8t accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.8t fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.3 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 59 litres or 15.59 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this SAAB real everyday fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real SAAB 9-3 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other SAAB 9-3 versions - with manual gearbox (Saab 9-3 2007 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t MT), and with manual gearbox (Saab 9-3 2008 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t MT) available:
  • Saab 9-3 2007 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 2 seconds faster (in 10 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 8.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 9.4 litres per 100 km
  • Saab 9-3 2008 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.5 seconds faster (in 10.5 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.6 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 8.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 9.5 litres per 100 km
SAAB 9-3 2007

Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.8t technical data

Model: Saab 9-3 Cabriolet 1.8t
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2007. September ... 2010. January 
Engine: 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 233 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.7 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 59 litres (15.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.65m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 235 litres
Gross weight: 2040 kg

Saab 9-3 2007 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 2007 Cabriolet 1.8t oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.7 litres (6 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 240 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 10 years

All SAAB 9-3 cabrio [2007 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.9 TiD 1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.9 TTiD Oct 2007 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 180 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 1.9 TTiD Oct 2007 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (180 HP)

1.9 Diesel 180 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (6)
Saab 9-3 2007 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2008 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t Sep 2008 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2007 2.0 Cabriolet 1.8t 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 2.0t 2.0 Petrol 175 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 2.0t 2.0 Petrol 175 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Petrol 210 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Petrol 210 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.8 Petrol 255 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2007 Cabriolet 2.8 Turbo V6

Most powerfull petrol version (255 HP)

2.8 Petrol 255 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (6)
SAAB 9-3 2007 reviews
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