1988 Saab 900
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1988 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (B201) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B202) (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (B202) (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 (B201) (FFS), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B202) (FFS,TRBO), 2.0L 4-cylinder (B202) (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 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 | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
88V173000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE AGAINST SHARP EDGES UNDER THE DASHBOARD AND AGAINST A SUPPORT UNDER THE REAR SEAT (1988 MODELS ONLY).
Remedy: INSTALL RUBBER PROTECTIVE STRIPS TO SHARP EDGES AND COMPLETELY ENCASE WIRE HARNESS IN A PROTECTIVE PLASTIC TUBE.
Reported November 1, 1988. View on NHTSA
88V149000: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
BOLTS USED IN THE ATTACHMENTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM CONTROL ARMS MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Remedy: REPLACE BOLTS WITH PROPER SPECIFICATION BOLTS.
Reported September 7, 1988. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 22, 2026
Data verified: October 23, 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
- 1987 Saab 900
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B202 (FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder (B202 (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder (B201 (FFS)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 1989 Saab 900
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1988 Saab 900 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder ((B201) (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((B202) (FFS,TRBO)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((B202) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1988 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 1988 Saab 900 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1988 Saab 900?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.