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Technical data

This 2.8 turbo AT (280 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation [Restyling] SportCombi wagon, which was produced by Saab from 2008 to 2012. In addition to this engine, 24 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.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km16.4litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km11.5litre
Fuel tank capacity62litre
Cruising rangefrom 380 to 780km
FuelGasoline
Top speed250km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)6.9second

Engine

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

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears6
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive

Body

Seats5
Length4670mm
Width1802mm
Height1543mm
Wheelbase2675mm
Front track1524mm
Rear track1506mm
Ground clearance150mm
Kerb weight1515kg
Gross weight1950kg
Min. boot capacity419litre
Max. boot capacity1273litre
Body typeEstate

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionStrut
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City19.7 litres / 100km
Highway9.6 litres / 100km
Average13.8 litres / 100km

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

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