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2009 Saleen Performance S281 Family

US · Subcompact Cars

The 2009 Saleen Performance S281 Family 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged
Combined Economy
14 MPG US (16.8 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6-speed manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged
Displacement5.0 L
Cylinders8
AspirationSupercharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionManual
Gears6
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
City11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km)
Highway18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration 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 9, 2026.

    Data sources

    Source checked: November 8, 2026

    Data verified: November 8, 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 2009 Saleen Performance S281 Family have?

    5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Saleen Performance S281 Family?

    Combined fuel economy is 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 2009 Saleen Performance S281 Family front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: RWD.

    Are there recalls for the 2009 Saleen Performance S281 Family?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 9, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.