1996 Saab 900
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1996 Saab 900 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 2.3L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.3L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 2.5L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 900 Convertible · 2.0L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 900 Convertible · 2.0L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 900 Convertible · 2.3L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
- 900 Convertible · 2.3L · FWD · 5-speed manual
- 900 Convertible · 2.5L · FWD · 4-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.
98V038000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPERLY AIMING THE HEADLIGHTING SYSTEM WERE OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT AIMING INSTRUCTIONS, AND DIRECTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THE OWNER GUIDES. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN AFFIX THE INSERTS IN THEIR OWNER GUIDE FOR THEM.
Reported February 24, 1998. View on NHTSA
97V046000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CORROSION AROUND THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING CAN CAUSE THE THROTTLE LEVER TO BIND.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING WITH A NICKEL-COATED BUSHING AND BOLT.
Reported March 21, 1997. View on NHTSA
96V077000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
DURING STATIC TESTING OF BELT ANCHORAGE POINTS, THE OUTBOARD ATTACHMENT PLATE BEING USED IN THE TESTING DEFORMED AND DETACHED FROM THE SEAT ANCHORAGE. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES" AND NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SAFETY BELT ASSEMBLIES FOR THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE. ANY ASSEMBLY WITH DATE YEAR 96 WEEK 10 DAY 2 WILL BE REPLACED.
Reported May 3, 1996. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1995 Saab 900
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.5L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) - 1997 Saab 900
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS)), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1996 Saab 900 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS)), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1996 Saab 900?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1996 Saab 900 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1996 Saab 900?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.