9-3 I · 2000–2003

Saab 9-3 Aero 2.0T 9-3 I · 205 hp (2000 to 2003)

The Saab 9-3 Aero 2.0T of the 9-3 I generation uses the B205R 2.0 Turbo petrol engine with 205 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 205 PS / 151 kW
Displacement: 1 985 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: B205R 2.0 Turbo
Period covered: 2000–2003
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

205 hp (151 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2000 to 2003.

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In the range

It sits between the 2.0t (150 hp) and the Viggen (230 hp).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

20 000 km

12 months

GM-LL-A-025 / GM-LL-B-025 / dexos2 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Saab 9-3 Aero 2.0T 9-3 I?

The B205R 2.0 Turbo petrol engine (1 985 cc), 205 hp (151 kW).

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Which oil for the Saab 9-3 Aero 2.0T?

A GM-LL-A-025 / GM-LL-B-025 / dexos2-approved oil suited to the B205R 2.0 Turbo engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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