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99 Turbo 2.0

1st gen · 1978–1984FWDLiftback

The 99 Turbo 2.0 is a three-door liftback with a 2.0-litre Saab B turbocharged four-cylinder making 145 PS and 235 Nm. It drives the front wheels through a 4-speed manual gearbox, weighs 1200 kg and reaches 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. It was built from 1978 to 1984.

143 hpPower

8.9 s0-100 km/h

1978-1984Year

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Specifications

Powertrain

Engineering details

Engine2.0L Saab B turbo I4

Displacement2.0 L

Cylinders4

FuelPetrol

Transmission4-speed Manual

DrivetrainFWD

Performance

Numbers that matter

Power143 hp

Torque235 Nm

0-100 km/h8.9 s

Weight1200 kg

Dimensions & body

Wheelbase2477 mm

BodyLiftback

Doors3

Seats5

STORY

The 99 was a mid-size Saab built from 1968 to 1984 as a two-door, a four-door and the Combi Coupé hatchback. It had a 1.7-litre four-cylinder engine developed with Triumph. In 1978 the 99 Turbo brought turbocharging to everyday cars. The 900 was developed from the 99.

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