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Saab 9-3 2.8 Convertible Aero

General information

ModelSaab 9-3 2.8 Convertible Aero
Year2007
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating65.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2791 ccm (170.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel city driving13.1 litres/100 km (18.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving11.2 litres/100 km (21.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.00 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2791 ccm (170.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power253.00 PS (186 kW or 250 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque349.85 Nm (35.7 kgf-m or 258.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 74.8 mm (3.5 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1659 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Passenger space2322 litres (613 gallons)
Cargo space340 litres (90 gallons)
Optional cargo space352 litres (93 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle13 m (519.7 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).
Front suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1525 kg (3,362.0 pounds)
Towing weight1600 kg (3,527.4 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD43140
CO2 emissions221.0 g/km
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