Saab 9-3 Cabriolet I (1998–2002)
The Saab 9-3 Cabriolet I was offered with 5 gasoline engine versions, from 150 to 230 hp, built 1998–2002.

Production years1998–2002
Body styleConvertible
Doors4
Length182.2 in (4,629 mm)
Width67.4 in (1,711 mm)
Height56.0 in (1,423 mm) – 56.7 in (1,440 mm)
Cargo volume10.4 cu ft (295 l)
Fuel tank16.9 gal (64 l) – 18.0 gal (68 l)
All Saab 9-3 Cabriolet I engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 T (185 hp) | 1998–2002 | Gasoline | 185 hp (136 kW) | 194 lb-ft (263 Nm) | 8 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.3 i SE (150 hp) | 1998–2000 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 11 s | 127 mph (205 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.3i (150 hp) | 1998–2000 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 10 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 T (205 hp) | 2000–2002 | Gasoline | 205 hp (151 kW) | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) | 7.3 s | 146 mph (235 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.3 T (230 hp) | 2000–2001 | Gasoline | 230 hp (169 kW) | 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) | 6.8 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Front-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.