9-3 II · 2002–2011

Saab 9-3 1.8t 9-3 II · 150 hp (2002 to 2011)

The Saab 9-3 1.8t of the 9-3 II generation uses the B207E 2.0 Turbo petrol engine with 150 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 150 PS / 110 kW
Displacement: 1 998 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: B207E 2.0 Turbo
Period covered: 2002–2011
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

150 hp (110 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2002 to 2011.

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In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation.

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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 1.8t 9-3 II?

The B207E 2.0 Turbo petrol engine (1 998 cc), 150 hp (110 kW).

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Which oil for the Saab 9-3 1.8t?

A GM-LL-A-025 / GM-LL-B-025 / dexos2-approved oil suited to the B207E 2.0 Turbo engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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