Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T

SAAB 9-3 1998 2.0 petrol description

Hatchback Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T has been produced from September, 2000 to September, 2002. 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 1800 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 GT1752S turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 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 0W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T fuel consumption is 10.2 litres per 100km (9.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 64 litres or 16.91 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 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 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-3 is evaluated with four 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 2000 2.0 T MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.9 seconds faster (in 8.5 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 9.1 litres per 100 km.
SAAB 9-3 1998

Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T technical data

Model: Saab 9-3 2.0 T
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2000. September ... 2002. September 
Engine: 1985 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 150 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.2 (combined) 14.8 (urban) 7.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.1 l/100km (23.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 64 litres (16.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters
Gross weight: 1600 kg

Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T engine B205E

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 1985 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 90 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78 mm
Compression ratio 8.8 : 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 2.0 T oil type 0W-30
Oil capacity 4 litres (4.2 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 240 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 11 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 2001 onwards.

Engine also used on SAAB 9-5

All SAAB 9-3 hatchback [1998 - 2002] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 130 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 2.0 Petrol 130 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 T Sep 2000 — Sep 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 T Sep 2000 — Sep 2002 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 154 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 2.0 Petrol 154 HP 10.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 2.0 Petrol 185 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 Turbo Sep 2000 — Sep 2002

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 185 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 2.0 Petrol 185 HP 10.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 2000 2.0 Turbo Sep 2000 — Sep 2002 2.0 Petrol 185 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.0 Turbo Sep 1998 — Sep 1999 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1999 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 2.0 Petrol 205 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1999 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2002 2.0 Petrol 205 HP 9.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1999 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2002 2.0 Petrol 205 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD 2.2 Diesel 115 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 2.3 Petrol 150 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 2.3 Petrol 150 HP 10.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Saab 9-3 1999 2.3 Viggen Jun 1999 — Sep 2000

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds

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