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Technical data

This 2.8 turbo MT (280 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation [Restyling] Sport sedan, which was produced by Saab from 2008 to 2012. In addition to this engine, 28 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Body

Body typeSedan
Seats5
Width1802mm
Length4647mm
Height1473mm
Wheelbase2675mm
Front track1521mm
Min. boot capacity421litre
Ground clearance150mm
Max. boot capacity421litre
Rear track1506mm
Kerb weight1555kg
Gross weight2060kg

Engine

Engine typeGasoline
Displacement2792cm3
Engine power280bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 300RPM
Maximum torque370Nm
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Forced inductionTurbocharger
Cylinder layoutV-type
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
RPM at max torque1800RPM

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel95 RON
Top speed250km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)6.7second
City fuel consumption per 100 km15.6litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km7.2litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.3litre
Fuel tank capacity58litre
Cruising rangefrom 370 to 810km

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionStrut
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Number of gears6

Real-world consumption (est.)

City18.7 litres / 100km
Highway8.6 litres / 100km
Average12.4 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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