Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T
SAAB 9-5 1999 3.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T has been produced from September, 1999 to September, 2001. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 200 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett GT1549 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand 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 9-5 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T fuel consumption is 11.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
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 9-5 fuel consumption.

Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T technical data
Model: | Saab 9-5 Estate 3.0 V6 T | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1999. September ... 2001. September | ||
Engine: | 2962 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 200 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.4 (combined) 16.3 (urban) 8.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 12.2 l/100km (19.3 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 3.0 V6 T engine B308E
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 | 2962 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 85 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.5 : 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 | Injection |
Saab 9-5 1999 Estate 3.0 V6 T oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 200 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 5 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) |