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Saab 900 TurboPhotography coming soon
The quirky Swedish icon. Aircraft-heritage ignition by the handbrake, turbocharged before turbo was cool, and a dashboard designed to avoid pilot error.
History
Born from Saab's aviation background, the 900 had its ignition between the seats (to prevent knee injuries), a curved windscreen from the Viggen fighter jet inspiration, and was one of the first turbocharged production cars. It became the thinking person's car — architects, professors, and doctors loved it.
Production & Heritage
Production Total908,810
DesignerBjorn Envall (Saab Design)
Production Period1978–1993
Estimated Value$8K–$25K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine2.0L Inline-4 Turbo (B202)
Power175 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque263 Nm
0–60 mph8.5 sec
Top Speed210 km/h
Transmission5-speed manual
DrivetrainFWD
Weight1,280 kg
BodySteel unibody
Engine Details
Engine CodeB202
Displacement2.0L (1,985 cc)
Bore x Stroke90 x 78 mm
Compression8.5:1
Valves4 per cylinder (16 total)
Fuel SystemBosch LH-Jetronic, Garrett AiResearch turbocharger
Performance
0–100 km/h9 sec
0–60 mph8.5 sec
Top Speed210 km/h
Weight-to-Power7.3 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,730 mm
Width1,690 mm
Height1,420 mm
Wheelbase2,525 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionLive axle, Panhard rod, coil springs
Front BrakesVentilated disc
Rear BrakesDisc
SteeringRack and pinion, power-assisted
Capacity
Fuel Tank68 L
Doors3
Seats5
Source: auto-data.net, Wikipedia
