The car has a hatchback body style, seating for 5, and offers a spacious interior. It boasts a length of 4629 mm and a wheelbase of 2605 mm, ensuring ample legroom and cargo space. The car's dimensions suggest a comfortable and practical driving experience.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3-5
Length
4629 mm 182.24 in.
Width
1711 mm 67.36 in.
Height
1428 mm 56.22 in.
Wheelbase
2605 mm 102.56 in.
Front Track
1452 mm 57.17 in.
Rear Track
1442 mm 56.77 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car has a fuel efficiency of 15.4 l/100 km in the urban cycle and 7.9 l/100 km on the extra urban cycle. It is powered by a petrol engine and offers a combined fuel consumption of 15.27 US mpg.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
15.4 l/100 km 15.27 US mpg 18.34 UK mpg 6.49 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.9 l/100 km 29.77 US mpg 35.76 UK mpg 12.66 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a 9-3 model with a front, transverse 4-cylinder inline engine, having a displacement of 1985 cm3 and producing 130 Hp of power and 177 Nm of torque. The engine is naturally aspirated, uses a DOHC valvetrain and multi-port manifold injection, and has a 10.1 compression ratio. The car features a 4-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. The front suspension is a spring strut, while the rear suspension uses coil springs. The engine oil capacity is 4 liters and it requires 5W-30, 5W-40 / API SJ or 5W-30, 5W-40 / ACEA A3 oil. The car has an 8.5 liter coolant capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
130 Hp @ 6100 rpm.
Power Per Litre
65.5 Hp/l
Torque
177 Nm @ 4300 rpm. 130.55 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
B204i
Engine Displacement
1985 cm3 121.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
90 mm 3.54 in.
Piston Stroke
78 mm 3.07 in.
Compression Ratio
10.1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30, 5W-40 / API SJ 5W-30, 5W-40 / ACEA A3
Coolant
8.5 l 8.98 US qt | 7.48 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Spring Strut
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with adequate braking and handling capabilities. The ventilated front discs and disc rear brakes ensure good stopping power, while the steering rack and pinion steering system offers precise handling. The 185/65 R15 tires provide adequate grip, and the hydraulic power steering simplifies maneuvering.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
185/65 R15
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 15
Weight & Capacity
The car has a favorable weight-to-power and weight-to-torque ratio, indicating good performance potential. It offers a spacious trunk and a fuel tank capacity suitable for long journeys.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10 kg/Hp, 100.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.3 kg/Nm, 136.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1295 kg 2854.99 lbs.
Max Weight
1860 kg 4100.6 lbs.
Max Load
565 kg 1245.61 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
494 l 17.45 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1314 l 46.4 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
68 l 17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Saab - 9-3 I
The specifications do not include cargo capacity information.
The specifications do not include engine information.
The specifications do not include information regarding safety features.
13 seconds
190 km/h (118.06 mph)
It takes 13 seconds to go from 0-62 mph.
Answer: The city fuel consumption is 15.4 l/100 km.
Answer: The highway fuel consumption is not specified in the specs.
Answer: The car uses petrol (gasoline).
The engine is a front, transverse 4-cylinder inline engine.
The car has a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The engine oil capacity is 4 liters and it requires 5W-30, 5W-40 / API SJ or 5W-30, 5W-40 / ACEA A3 oil.
The car has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
The car has a steering rack and pinion steering system.
The car has 185/65 R15 tires.
The Saab 9-3 has a range of engine options, including a 1.9L turbocharged diesel engine and a 2.0L turbocharged gasoline engine.
The Saab 9-3 has a mixed reliability record, with some models experiencing issues with transmission and engine problems.
Yes, the Saab 9-3 is a good car for families, with a spacious interior, comfortable seating, and a range of safety features.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.
Safety feature information is not in the given specs.
The maximum cargo capacity is listed as 565 kg (1245.61 lbs).
