Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD

SAAB 9-3 2002 1.9 diesel description

Sedan Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD has been produced from November, 2004 to September, 2007. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GT1749MV 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. 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 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.6 litres.

Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
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 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-3 is evaluated with five 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 2004 1.9 TiD MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.5 seconds faster (in 9.5 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 5.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 6.6 litres per 100 km.
SAAB 9-3 2002

Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD technical data

Model: Saab 9-3 1.9 TiD
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2004. November ... 2007. September 
Engine: 1910 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 194 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 320 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.2 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.64m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.47m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1600 kg

Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD engine D207L

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 1910 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.4 mm
Compression ratio 17.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Saab 9-3 2002 1.9 TiD oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 320 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on SAAB 9-5

All SAAB 9-3 sedan [2002 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Saab 9-3 2003 1.8i Nov 2003 — Sep 2007

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 122 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2004 1.9 TiD Nov 2004 — Sep 2007

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 120 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2004 1.9 TiD Nov 2004 — Sep 2007

Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2004 1.9 TiD Nov 2004 — Sep 2007

Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)

1.9 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Saab 9-3 2002 2.0 1.8t 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2002 2.0 1.8t 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2002 2.0t Sep 2002 — Jul 2006 2.0 Petrol 175 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2002 2.0t 2.0 Petrol 175 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Turbo Jan 2003 — Aug 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds

2.0 Petrol 210 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Turbo Jan 2003 — Aug 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds

2.0 Petrol 210 HP 8.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 Turbo Jan 2003 — Aug 2005 2.0 Petrol 210 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Saab 9-3 2002 2.0 2.2 TiD Sep 2002 — Sep 2004 2.0 Diesel 125 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Saab 9-3 2003 2.0 2.2 TiD Sep 2003 — Sep 2004 2.0 Diesel 125 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (6)
SAAB 9-3 2002 reviews
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