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1996 Saab 9000

US · Large Cars

The 1996 Saab 9000 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO) High Power), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234L/R4 (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (B308I4 (FFS) (VARIABLE)
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
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO) High Power), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234L/R4 (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (B308I4 (FFS) (VARIABLE)
Combined Economy
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO) High Power), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234L/R4 (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (B308I4 (FFS) (VARIABLE)
Displacement2.3 L to 3.0 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
City15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway24 mpg (9.8 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 6, 2026.

    Data sources

    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.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 1996 Saab 9000 have?

    Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO) High Power), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234E4 (FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234L/R4 (FFS,TRBO)), 3.0L 6-cylinder (B308I4 (FFS) (VARIABLE)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 1996 Saab 9000?

    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 9000 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: FWD.

    Are there recalls for the 1996 Saab 9000?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 6, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.