Saab 9-3 1998 2.3
SAAB 9-3 1998 2.3 petrol description
Hatchback Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 has been produced from January, 1998 to September, 1998. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 4300 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 320 up to 540 thousand 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 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and Aisin AW50-40LE automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Aisin AW50-40LE gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 300,000 km.
For cars with engines up to 2.0 litres, the gearbox is long-lasting and reliable, while larger engines tend to have problems with this gearbox.
Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.
Saab 9-3 1998 2.3 fuel consumption is 10.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
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 2.3 technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-3 2.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1998. January ... 1998. September | ||
| Engine: | 2290 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 4300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 205 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.2 (combined) 14.8 (urban) 7.6 (highway) | ||
| 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 2.3 engine B234i
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 320,000 to 540,000 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 | 2290 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 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 2.3 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 NM ON 4300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1993 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
| Engine also used on | SAAB 900 |
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All SAAB 9-3 hatchback [1998 - 2002] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |
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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) |