Saab 9-5 1997 3.0 V6 T
SAAB 9-5 1997 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Saab 9-5 1997 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. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 9-5 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Saab 9-5 1997 3.0 V6 T has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Saab 9-5 1997 3.0 V6 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 235 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Saab 9-5 1997 3.0 V6 T fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100km (9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 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 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of SAAB 9-5 is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection SAAB 9-5 got two stars.
Saab 9-5 1997 3.0 V6 T technical data
| Model: | Saab 9-5 3.0 V6 T | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| 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: | 235 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.1 (combined) 16.0 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.1 l/100km (21.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.80m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 1800 kg | ||
Saab 9-5 1997 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 1997 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 sedan [1997 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saab 9-5 1997 2.0 T
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 1997 2.0 T | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Saab 9-5 1997 2.3 T
Sep 1997 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 1997 2.3 T Sep 1997 — Sep 2000 | 2.3 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-5 2000 2.3 T Sep 2000 — Sep 2001 | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Saab 9-5 2000 2.3 T Sep 2000 — Sep 2001 | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Saab 9-5 1999 2.3 T Aero
Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 230 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Saab 9-5 1999 2.3 T Aero
Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 Most powerfull version (230 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 230 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Saab 9-5 1999 3.0 V6 T Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 | 3.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |