Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6
SAAB 9-3 2005 2.8 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 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 2005 - 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 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 2005 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.4 litres per 100km (9.6 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 58 litres or 15.32 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 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 2005 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6 technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-3 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6 | ||
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| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2005. September ... 2007. September | ||
| Engine: | 2800 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 245 g/km |
| Power: | 250 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 2200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 245 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.4 (combined) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km (22 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres (15.3 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.65m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 419 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1600 kg | ||
Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 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 2005 Sport Estate 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 estate car [2005 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 1.8i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 122 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 1.8t | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 1.8t | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 1.9 TiD
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 120 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 1.9 TiD
Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 1.9 TiD
Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.0t Sep 2005 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 175 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Saab 9-3 2006 Sport Estate 2.0t
Jul 2006 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 175 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.0t | 2.0 Petrol | 175 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.0 Turbo Sep 2005 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.0 Turbo | 2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.0 Turbo | 2.0 Petrol | 210 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
2.8 Petrol | 250 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Saab 9-3 2005 Sport Estate 2.8 Turbo V6
Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP) |
2.8 Petrol | 250 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |