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1985 Saab 900

US · Compact Cars

The 1985 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
17 mpg (13.8 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
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
17 mpg (13.8 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: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement2.0 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears3 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
City16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

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

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.

  • 85V060000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    THE FLEXIBLE FUEL HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN TURNED OUT OF ITS NORMAL POSITION AND HAVE A SHARP BEND OR TWIST NEAR ONE OF ITS FITTINGS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THIS COULD LEAD TO HOSE RUPTURE, FUEL LEAKAGE, AND POSSIBLY A FIRE.

    Remedy: ADJUST THE POSITION OF THE FUEL HOSE BETWEEN THE INJECTOR FUEL RAIL AND FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR.

    Reported May 8, 1985. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 24, 2026

Data verified: October 24, 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

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder (16-VALVE (FFS)) · FWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

  • Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model)
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1985 Saab 900 have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1985 Saab 900?

Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1985 Saab 900 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1985 Saab 900?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.