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Saab 9-3

General information

ModelSaab 9-3
Year2002
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating64.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1985 ccm (121.12 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1985 ccm (121.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque241 Nm (24.6 kgf-m or 177.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1042 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)
Cargo space352 litres (93 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1440 kg (3,174.7 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
Service interval30,000 km
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