Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t
SAAB 9-5 2005 2.3 petrol description
Sedan Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t has been produced from October, 2005 to January, 2010. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 185 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 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.2 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this SAAB real everyday fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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 outstanding rate 94 from 100, children safety: good mark - 80 from 100, for pedestrian protection SAAB 9-5 got 44 points from 100.
SAAB 9-5 safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t technical data
Model: | Saab 9-5 Sport sedan 2.3t | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2005. October ... 2010. January | ||
Engine: | 2300 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 212 g/km |
Power: | 185 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 280 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km (24.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.84m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1800 kg |
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t 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 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t 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 sedan [2005 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Saab 9-5 2007 Sport Sedan 1.9 TiD
Jan 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 2007 Sport Sedan 1.9 TiD Jan 2007 — Jan 2010 | 1.9 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Saab 9-5 2007 Sport Sedan 2.0t
Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 2007 Sport Sedan 2.0t Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3t | 2.3 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3 Turbo Oct 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.3 Petrol | 220 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3 Turbo Oct 2005 — Sep 2007 | 2.3 Petrol | 220 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3 Turbo Aero
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 260 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 2005 Sport sedan 2.3 Turbo Aero
Most powerfull petrol version (260 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 260 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Saab 9-5 2007 Sport Sedan 2.3t
Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP) |
2.3 Diesel | 185 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Saab 9-5 2007 Sport Sedan 2.3t
Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP) |
2.3 Diesel | 185 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |