1997 Saab 900

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1997 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS)), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS))
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 (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS)), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS))
Displacement	2.0 L to 2.5 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
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	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Highway	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 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 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.

98V139000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAG ALERT LABEL ON THE DRIVER SIDE VISOR WAS OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ALERT LABEL TO BE INSTALLED ON THE VISIBLE SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SUN VISOR. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, THEIR DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.
Reported June 23, 1998. View on NHTSA
98V038000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPERLY AIMING THE HEADLIGHTING SYSTEM WERE OMITTED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE SENT AIMING INSTRUCTIONS, AND DIRECTIONS FOR AFFIXING THESE INSERTS TO THE OWNER GUIDES. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, A DEALER CAN AFFIX THE INSERTS IN THEIR OWNER GUIDE FOR THEM.
Reported February 24, 1998. View on NHTSA
97V046000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CORROSION AROUND THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING CAN CAUSE THE THROTTLE LEVER TO BIND.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ZINC-COATED THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER BUSHING WITH A NICKEL-COATED BUSHING AND BOLT.
Reported March 21, 1997. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 20, 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

1996 Saab 900
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS)), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS)), 2.0L 4-cylinder (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO)) · FWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
1998 Saab 900
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B204L3 FFS,TURBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3), 2.0L 4-cylinder (B234I3) · FWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1997 Saab 900 have?

Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (B204L3 (FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder (B234I3 (FFS)), 2.5L 6-cylinder (B258I3 (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1997 Saab 900?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1997 Saab 900 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1997 Saab 900?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.