9-3 I · 1999–2002

Saab 9-3 Viggen 9-3 I · 230 hp (1999 to 2002)

The Saab 9-3 Viggen of the 9-3 I generation uses the B235R 2.3 Turbo petrol engine with 230 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 230 PS / 169 kW
Displacement: 2 290 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: B235R 2.3 Turbo
Period covered: 1999–2002
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

230 hp (169 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1999 to 2002.

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In the range

It is the most powerful petrol version of this generation. The B235R 2.3 Turbo engine is also fitted to: Saab 9-5 (9-5 I).

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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.

Source [1]

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 Viggen 9-3 I?

The B235R 2.3 Turbo petrol engine (2 290 cc), 230 hp (169 kW).

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Which oil for the Saab 9-3 Viggen?

A GM-LL-A-025 / GM-LL-B-025 / dexos2-approved oil suited to the B235R 2.3 Turbo engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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