Only the first generation of the well-liked 9-5 model was equipped with the Saab B308E 3.0-liter V6 petrol engine, which was only manufactured from 1998 to 2003 and came with an automatic transmission. This engine was basically an upgraded version of the well-known Opel X30XE power plant.
B258i, B284L, B308E, and B308i are the V6 GM engines.
Specifications
| Production years | 1998-2003 |
| Displacement, cc | 2962 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 200 |
| Torque output, Nm | 310 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 85 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | Trionic T7 |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GT1549 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Saab 9-5 1997) — city — highway — combined |
16.3 8.0 11.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 195 |
The engine was installed on:
- Saab 9-5 I (YS3E) in 1998 – 2003.
Disadvantages of the Saab B308E engine
The primary issues with this highly dependable engine are related to lubrication leaks.
Particularly frequently, oil seeps into the candle wells from beneath the valve covers.
Additionally, the heat exchanger may allow grease to seep into the coolant.
The turbine, which occasionally travels less than 100,000 kilometers, is not the best resource.
Keep an eye on the timing belt’s condition because it has limited resources and the valves bend when it breaks.