Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.3
SAAB 9-3 1998 2.3 petrol description
Coupe Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 320 000 to 540 000 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 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.3 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Saab 9-3 1998 Coupe 2.3 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.2 litres per 100km (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 1998 Coupe 2.3 technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-3 Coupe 2.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum 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 Coupe 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 Coupe 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 |
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) |