Saab 9000 first generation
The Saab 9000 first generation (1986–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 29 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Type Four
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,620–4,790 mm RDW | – | 4,620–4,782 mm |
| Width | 1,760–1,780 mm RDW | – | 1,763 mm |
| Height | 1,420 mm RDW | – | 1,420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm RDW | – | 2,672 mm |
| Front track | 1,522–1,534 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,492–1,504 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,280–1,460 kg RDW | – | 1,280–1,475 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,380–1,560 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,780–1,960 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,600–1,800 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500–730 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Boot space | – | – | 665 L |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 680 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,803–2,917 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 66 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 210–220 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 177–342 Nm ASTRA | – | 177–342 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 205/60R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, fr, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 66.0% (63.8–68.1) | 69.2% | 1,808 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 38.0% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 36.8% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 32.7% | 28.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 29.3% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 25.4% | 17.1% |
| Tyres | 20.8% | 31.2% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
136 complaints for model years 1986–1998. 4 crashes · 13 fires · 4 injuries
- Electrical system 26
- Transmission and drivetrain 26
- Brakes 20
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 29 versions of the Saab 9000 first generation
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United States 25 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998B234R4 | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1998B234R4, SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1996–1997B234E4 (FFS,TRBO) High Power · B234E4 (FFS,TRBO) · B234L/R4 (FFS,TRBO) | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS,TRBO), SIL · B234E4 (FFS,TRBO), SIL · B234L/R4 (FFS,TRBO), SIL and 1 more trim | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) (VARIABLE) · B308I4 (FFS) (VARIABLE) · B308I4 (FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1996B234L/R4 (FFS,TRBO), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1991–1995(FFS,TRBO) | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 1995(FFS,TRBO) Low Boost | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS,TRBO), SIL · (FFS), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1990–1994(FFS) | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1993R-ENG (FFS,TRBO), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1990–1992(FFS), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1991(FFS,TRBO), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1990(FFS), SIL | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1989–1990(FFS) · (FFS,TRBO) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1990(FFS,TRBO), SIL | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1990(FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1987–1989B202 (FFS,TRBO) · (B202) (FFS,TRBO) · (FFS,TRBO) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1989(FFS,TRBO), SIL · (FFS), SIL | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1987–1988B202 (FFS,TRBO), SIL · (B202) (FFS,TRBO), SIL | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1988(B202) (FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1988(B202) (FFS), SIL | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1987B202 (FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1987B202 (FFS), SIL | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1986(16-VALVE) (FFS,TRBO), SIL | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1998Full-size | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.8–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 294–304 g/km |
| 1995–1998Full-size | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.2–11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 258–267 g/km |
| 1995–1996Full-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.5–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 288–299 g/km |
| 1995Full-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 278 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.