Saab 9-3 Cabriolet I 2.3i (150 hp)

Gasoline engine with 150 hp (110 kW) and 155 lb-ft (210 Nm), built 1998–2000, convertible body, front-wheel drive. The Saab 9-3 Cabriolet I has 3 more powerful gasoline versions.

Power150 hp (110 kW)

Torque155 lb-ft (210 Nm)

0–62 mph10 s

Top speed130 mph (210 km/h)

FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version	2.3i (150 hp)
Engine code	B234i
Displacement	2.3 L (2,290 cm³)
Cylinders	4
Cylinder layout	Inline
Engine position	Front, Transverse
Valves per cylinder	4
Valvetrain	DOHC
Fuel system	Multi-point indirect injection
Compression ratio	10-5
Bore	90 mm
Stroke	90 mm
Engine oil capacity	4.2 qt (4 l)

Performance

Power	150 hp (110 kW) @ 5700 rpm
Torque	155 lb-ft (210 Nm) @ 4300 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)	10 s
Top speed	130 mph (210 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

Fuel	Gasoline
City	17 mpg (13.5 l/100 km)
Fuel tank	18.0 gal (68 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body style	Convertible
Doors	4
Length	182.2 in (4,629 mm)
Width	67.4 in (1,711 mm)
Height	56.7 in (1,440 mm)
Curb weight	3,086 lb (1,400 kg)
Cargo volume	10.4 cu ft (295 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

Drive	Front-wheel drive
Gears	5
Steering	Hydraulic power steering
Front suspension	Spring strut
Rear suspension	Coil spring
Tires	195/60 R15
Wheels	R15
Driver assistance	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Saab 9-3 with this engine

On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Saab 9-3 Cabriolet I engines

Engine	Fuel	Power
2.0 T (185 hp)	Gasoline	185 hp (136 kW)
2.3 i SE (150 hp)	Gasoline	150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 T (205 hp)	Gasoline	205 hp (151 kW)
2.3 T (230 hp)	Gasoline	230 hp (169 kW)

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