9-5 I · 2000–2010

Saab 9-5 2.3t 9-5 I · 185 hp (2000 to 2010)

The Saab 9-5 2.3t of the 9-5 I generation uses the B235E 2.3 Turbo petrol engine with 185 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
185 PS / 136 kW
Displacement
2 290 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
B235E 2.3 Turbo
Period covered
2000–2010
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

185 hp (136 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2000 to 2010.

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In the range

It sits between the 2.0t (150 hp) and the Aero (250 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.

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.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Saab 9-5 2.3t 9-5 I?

The B235E 2.3 Turbo petrol engine (2 290 cc), 185 hp (136 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Saab 9-5 2.3t?

A GM-LL-A-025 / GM-LL-B-025 / dexos2-approved oil suited to the B235E 2.3 Turbo engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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