Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo
SAAB 9-3 1998 2.0 petrol description
Coupe Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo has been produced from January, 1998 to September, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 185 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 263 Nm (Newton metres) on 2100 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 TB25 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 260 000 to 430 000 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 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.8 litres per 100km (10.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
- Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.5 seconds later (in 8.5 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 10.8 litres per 100 km
- Saab 9-3 2000 Coupe 2.0 Turbo AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.5 seconds later (in 9.5 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 10.1 litres per 100 km
Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-3 Coupe 2.0 Turbo | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1998. January ... 1999. September | ||
| Engine: | 1985 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 227 g/km |
| Power: | 185 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 263 NM ON 2100 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 14.2 (urban) 7.3 (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 Coupe 2.0 Turbo engine B204L
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 260,000 to 430,000 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 | 9.2 : 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 Coupe 2.0 Turbo oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 185 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 NM ON 2100 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 coupe [1998 - 2002] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 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 Coupe 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 Coupe 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 Coupe 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 Coupe 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 Coupe 2.0 T Sep 1998 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 154 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 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 Coupe 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 Coupe 2.0 Turbo Jan 1998 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 2000 Coupe 2.0 Turbo Sep 2000 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.0 Turbo Sep 1998 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1999 Coupe 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 205 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1999 Coupe 2.0 Turbo Sep 1999 — Sep 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 205 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.2 TiD | 2.2 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.3 Jan 1998 — Sep 1998 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 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 Coupe Viggen
Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 225 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |