Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD

SAAB 9-3 1998 2.2 diesel description

Hatchback Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD has been produced from January, 1998 to September, 2002. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 4300 rpm and torque 260 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 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 GarrettnbspGT1549S turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 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 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100km (16.1 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient SAAB 9-3 1998 - 2002 version, fuel consumption in city - 8.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1080 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1460 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this SAAB real everyday fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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.

SAAB 9-3 1998

Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD technical data

Model: Saab 9-3 2.2 TiD
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1998. January ... 2002. September 
Engine: 2171 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 115 HP ON 4300 RPM Torque: 260 NM ON 1900 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.2 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 4.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.8 l/100km (34.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 68 litres (18 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.63m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters
Gross weight: 1600 kg

Saab 9-3 1998 2.2 TiD engine D223L

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 2171 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 98 mm
Compression ratio 18.5 : 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 1998 2.2 TiD oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 115 HP ON 4300 RPM
Torque 260 NM ON 1900 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 7 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.

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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