Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T
SAAB 9-5 1999 2.3 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T has been produced from September, 1999 to September, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 280 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 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 GT1752S turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 340 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This SAAB 9-5 2.3 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient SAAB 9-5 1999 - 2001 versions, city fuel economy - 13.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
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 9-5 fuel consumption.

Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T technical data
Model: | Saab 9-5 Estate 2.3 T | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1999. September ... 2000. September | ||
Engine: | 2290 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 229 g/km |
Power: | 170 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 280 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 225 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 (combined) 13.6 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.81m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1800 kg |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T engine B235E
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.3 : 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 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T oil type | 0W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
Power | 170 - 185 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
All SAAB 9-5 estate car [1999 - 2001] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.0 T
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.0 T | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 T Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9-5 2000 Estate 2.3 T
Sep 2000 — Sep 2001 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 2000 Estate 2.3 T Sep 2000 — Sep 2001 | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero
Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 230 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero
Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 Most powerfull version (230 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 230 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 | 3.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |