Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero
SAAB 9-5 2001 2.3 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero has been produced from September, 2001 to October, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 250 horsepower on 5300 rpm - this is the most powerfull SAAB 9-5 2001 - 2005 version and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 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 MHI TD04HL15T turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 180 up to 300 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 2.3 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.
Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.
Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero fuel consumption is 10.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 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 safety
During safety testing SAAB 9-5 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-5 is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection SAAB 9-5 got two stars.
Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-5 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero | ||
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| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2001. September ... 2005. October | ||
| Engine: | 2290 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 240 g/km |
| Power: | 250 HP ON 5300 RPM | Torque: | 350 NM ON 1900 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 245 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.1 (combined) 15.3 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.2 l/100km (23.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.83m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.50m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1800 kg | ||
Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero engine B235R
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 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 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero oil type | 0W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 230 - 260 HP ON 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 - 370 NM ON 1900 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1999 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2002 onwards. |
All SAAB 9-5 estate car [2001 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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| Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.0 T | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.0 T | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2002 Estate 2.2 TiD
Apr 2002 — Oct 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.2 Diesel | 120 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2002 Estate 2.2 TiD Aug 2002 — Oct 2005 | 2.2 Diesel | 120 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 T | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 T | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2003 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aug 2003 — Oct 2005 | 2.3 Petrol | 220 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2003 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aug 2003 — Oct 2005 | 2.3 Petrol | 220 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 250 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 2.3 Turbo Aero
Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 250 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 3.0 V6 T Sep 2001 — Aug 2003 | 3.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Saab 9-5 2001 Estate 3.0 TiD
Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 177 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |