Saab 9-5 and Saab 9-3 Get New Engines 2011

Class-leading CO2 emissions of 119 g/km are on offer within the latest Saab 9-3 range, which benefits from an across-the-board emissions reduction of 10 percent, making this car a perfect choice for company car users, and a cost-effective option for customers keen to reduce fuel consumption and their carbon footprint.

For Model Year 2011, all 9-3 diesel engines have more advanced twin turbocharged engines and, in the saloon, all three engines give CO2 emissions of just 119 g/km and exceptionally low combined cycle fuel consumption of 62.8 mpg. The most powerful variant, the 180 hp 1.9 TTiD, now delivers the most efficient performance for a four cylinder diesel engine in the marketplace in terms of CO2 per unit of horsepower.

CO2 reduced to 119 g/km

Saab engineers have delivered class-leading diesel performance following an 18-month development program which focused on achieving an average 12 percent reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. For saloon models, the result is emissions below 120 g/km, a key vehicle taxation threshold in the UK market, and the cleanest and most efficient Saab ever.

By introducing twin turbochargers across the diesel range, Saab engineers have optimised the engines to harness more power and torque in the interests of fuel consumption and lower emissions.

The 1.9-litre diesel line-up now comprises a 130 hp TTiD unit (replacing the previous 120 hp TiD engine), a 160 hp version (replacing the 150 hp TiD engine) and a range-topping 180 hp/400 Nm variant.

With these engines and manual transmission, the 9-3 saloon delivers outstanding combined cycle fuel economy of 62.8 mpg and 119 g/km CO2 emissions, and is tax-exempt for vehicle excise duty. The SportWagon offers an impressive 61.4 mpg and low CO2 emissions of 122g/km and for the Convertible, the respective figures are 54.3 mpg and 137g/km.

To dip under the 120 g/km level, optimised gearing is fitted without affecting acceleration or top speed.

Other efficiency measures introduced include:

• Recalibrated engine management with improved fuel injection and combustion control
• Revised gear ratios to match new power and torque characteristics
• Improved electrical power management, including sophisticated alternator control when battery charging is not required and more efficient electro-hydraulic power steering assistance
• Low rolling resistance tires for reduced road friction
• Improved aerodynamics, with rear underbody deflector blades
• Reduced weight through lighter construction and sound-deadening materials
• Revised torque converter for automatic transmission with optimised shift programming.

The all-turbo petrol line-up, which features an average reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of 7 percent, also benefits from some of these measures. 

Standard Equipment Enhanced for MY11

In addition to the significant powertrain improvements, standard equipment levels have been increased for MY11. All 9-3 models now come with Bluetooth phone integration and heated front seats as standard. Other model year enhancements include the introduction of a ‘change-up’ indicator in the instrument cluster to encourage economical driving; a clutch interlock system on manual transmissions; child seat top tether anchorage points and a perforated leather sport steering wheel on Aero models. Two new exterior paint colours have been added to the range – Diamond Silver and Java and rear engine badging has been changed to follow the same style as used on the new 9-5 saloon.  

The range of Saab cars is well known for manufacturing safe and innovative automotives. To make their every model superior and efficient, this leading automotive manufacturing company uses latest technology along with impressive set of features.

This combination makes Saab cars as a tough competitor who gives strong competition to other current small to well established brands of manufacturers such as Hyundai, Ford, Chevrolet, General Motors etc.

The Saab 9-7x Aero is available with attractive exterior and excellent interior. Its exterior is made up of alloy wheels, steel spare wheel, and all season tires and so on. On the other hand, at the roof and glass portion, rear defogger, roof rack, variable and intermittent rear wipers, and power glass sunroof are present.

To boosts the overall performance, it is powered by 4.2 – liter DOHC inline – four cylinder engine and this 24 – valves engine is mated with 4 – speed automatic transmission and all wheel drive. it is able to pumps out 285 hp of energy at 6000 rpm and 276 ft – lbs of torque at 4600 rpm.

For the safety of passengers, Saab 9-7x Aero includes child seat anchors, engine immobilizer, rear door child safety locks, stability control, traction control, and rear and front airbags etc.

The Saab 9-3 Sport is considered as the entry – level luxurious vehicle which is spacious, safe, and comfortable. This hatchback is available in various body styles such as a four-door sedan, four-door wagon and two-door convertible.

Its seating arrangements can comfortably accommodate at least five passengers at a time. Most buyers are impressed with its spacious legroom, cargo room, and rear seating arrangements. Its 2.0 trim has front wheel drive and it is powered by turbocharged 2.0 – liter four – cylinder engine that delivers 210 hp of energy.

This engine is paired with either five – speed automatic transmission or with six – speed manual transmission. Some trims like aero are having 2.8 – liter V6 engine which pumps out around 255 hp of energy.

The Saab 9-3 Sport features larger wheels, shock absorbers, and larger brakes etc. Due to its antilock brakes, and stability control, it becomes safer for passengers.