The 2.3-liter turbocharged engine, Saab B235E, was manufactured by the company's factory from 1998 to 2009 and was only used in the first generation of the model designated as 9-5 throughout its production period. This turbocharged engine was essentially a slight modification of the well-known B234L unit. H series engines: B204i, B204E, B204L, B205E, B234i, B234E, B234R, and B235R.
| Exact capacity | 2290 cm³ |
| Power system | distributed injection |
| Engine power | 170 - 185 HP |
| Torque | 280 nm |
| Engine block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder diameter | 90 mm |
| Piston stroke. | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 |
| Engine features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic compensator. | tak |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Timing phase adjuster | there is no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GT1752S |
| What oils to use | 4.0 liters 0W-30 |
| Fuel type | 95 |
| Environmental class | EURO 3/4 |
| Approximate life expectancy | 230 000 HP |
| City | 12.8 litry |
| Route | 6.6 litry |
| Mixed | 8.9 litry |
The B235E engine number is located in front of the engine, next to the gearbox. Engines of this series are prone to constant oil leaks, especially at the joints. The hydraulic compensators have a modest lifespan and usually start making noise around 150,000 km. By this mileage, the oil pump also tends to wear out, which can lead to bearing failure. Around 200,000 km, the oil control rings become clogged, resulting in oil consumption. The lightweight pistons of this unit do not tolerate tuning well and can simply burn out. Another weak point is the balance shaft assembly, which is usually eliminated. Additionally, the ignition cassette, turbocharger, and electronic throttle do not last very long in this engine.
| 9-5 I (YS3E) | 1998 - 2009 |
The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine Saab B204E was produced by the Swedish automotive company from 1994 to 2000. It was installed in the upgraded version of the 9000 model, as well as in the early years of production of the 9-3 model. This supercharged unit with a boost pressure of 0.4 bar is the smallest in the line of turbocharged engines. H-engine series: B204i, B204L, B205E, B234i, B234E, B234R, B235E, and B235R.
The 2.3-liter turbo engine marked with the symbol B234E was produced by Saab only between 1994 and 1998, and it was exclusively installed in the upgraded version of the 9000 model known as EcoPower. This turbocharged engine with a boost pressure of 0.55 bar was considered the least powerful in this series. The H-series engines include: B204i, B204E, B204L, B205E, B234i, B234R, B235E, and B235R.
The 2.3-liter turbo engine Saab B234R was produced by the Swedish company from 1993-1997 and installed in the 9000 model in two versions: 225 HP for manual transmission or 200 HP for automatic. This engine was the most powerful in the range and was equipped with a TD04HL turbocharger with a boost pressure of 1.08 bar. H engine series: B204i, B204E, B204L, B205E, B234i, B234E, B235E and B235R.
The 3.0-liter petrol engine V6 Saab B308i was produced in England from 1994 to 1997 and was only installed in the model designated as 9000, exclusively with an automatic transmission. This engine was practically one of the variations of the well-known Opel power unit X30XE. Other V6 engines include: B284L and B308E.
1.6-liter petrol engine VAZ 2121, produced at the company's plants from 1977 to 2006, was installed in many versions of the popular Niva off-road vehicle on our market. This engine was basically just a variant of the VAZ 2106 engine from the classic Zhiguli. The Niva engine range also includes: 21213, 21214, 2123, 2130.
The 2.2-liter Ford QJBB, QJBA, or 2.2 TDCi Duratorq engine was produced from 2004 to 2007 and only installed in the expensive versions of the third-generation Mondeo model. This engine is known for frequent problems with the Delphi-produced Common Rail fuel system. The Duratorq-TDCi line also includes engines: FMBA and JXFA.