2001 Saab 9-3

US · Subcompact Cars

The 2001 Saab 9-3 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 turbocharged (B205L), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205R), 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B235R)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Not available

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205L), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205R), 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B235R)
Displacement	2.0 L to 2.3 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

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

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway	28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

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

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 19, 2026.

06V126000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SECURING BRACKET THAT WILL SECURE THE FUEL LINES TO THE FUEL PUMP EVEN IF THE PLASTIC RETAINING TABS SHOULD BREAK. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 12, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
Reported April 20, 2006. View on NHTSA
05V399000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH B205/B235 4-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES AND B308 6-CYLINDER GASOLINE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE OVERHEATING AND BURNOUT OF THE ISOLATED GATED BIPOLAR TRANSISTOR (IGBT) WITHIN THE IGNITION DISCHARGE MODULE (IDM) DUE TO INCREASED SUSCEPTIBILITY TO ELECTRICAL LOADS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE WHAT VERSION IDM IS IN THE VEHICLE AND REPLACE THE IDM IF IT IS A VERSION BUILT PRIOR TO THE INTRODUCTION OF QP3. AN INTERIM LETTER WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS IN OCTOBER 2005, INFORMING THEM OF THE CONDITION.…
Reported September 14, 2005. View on NHTSA
04V557000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP RETAINING TABS HOLDING THE FUEL LINES WERE DAMAGED DURING PRODUCTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SECURING BRACKET THAT WILL SECURE THE FUEL LINES TO THE FUEL PUMP EVEN IF THE PLASTIC RETAINING TABS SHOULD BREAK. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 14, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SAAB AT 1-800-955-9007.
Reported November 19, 2004. View on NHTSA
01V168000: AIR BAGS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE AIR BAG ALERT LABELS MAY NOT BE PERMANENTLY AFFIXED AS REQUIRED BY THIS STANDARD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CLEAN THE SUNVISOR SURFACE AND APPLY A NEW AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON BOTH SUNVISORS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 30, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT…
Reported May 18, 2001. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 18, 2026

Data verified: October 19, 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

2000 Saab 9-3
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205R), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205L), 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B235R) · FWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
2002 Saab 9-3
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205R), 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B235R) · FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2001 Saab 9-3 have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205L), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B205R), 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B235R). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Saab 9-3?

Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2001 Saab 9-3 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2001 Saab 9-3?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 19, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.