The Saab 9-4X is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV. It has made its
debut at the 2008 North American International Auto Show. The 9-4x is tagged as
a concept, but the truth is that we are probably going to see the new SUV
sometime in 2009. There’s no exact launch date has been given, but the
automakers expect sales to begin in the 2009.
“It is powered by a 2.0 liter 4 cylinder turb
The Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept, had revealed at the North American International Auto Show at Jan., confirms Saab's plans to enter the growing crossover segment with a dynamic, driver-focused vehicle inspired by Scandinavian design values and respect for the environment.The concept's progressive design features are combined with a responsible, fun-to-drive appeal based on BioPower engine technology and a cutting-edge all-wheel-drive system."This concept is a clear statement of what our brand is about," said Jan Åke Jonsson, Saab Automobile Managing Director. "It is also an important next step in our plans to enter new market segments with distinctive product offerings."The design of the Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept reflects a Scandinavian principle of simplicity of form, with clean and uncl
Saab, has made a business out of producing fun-to-drive vehicles combining its Scandinavian design principles of form and function with responsible performance. Today, Saab is translating those values to clothing, launching the Pure BioPower Eco Clothing Collection in partnership with the Swedish clothing design firm Reflective Circle.
The fashions were revealed at an exclusive pre-New York [...]
Prosegue nel campo delle energie alternative l’evoluzione del marchio svedese che nella sua storia ha sempre mantenuto uno stretto legame con il mondo dell’aeronautica. La Saab infatti non interrompe il suo cammino nel settore dei combustibili a basso impatto ambientale. Adesso come diretta conseguenza del grande successo della 9-5 BioPower, il veicolo flex-fuel più venduto in Europa, cresce la gamma delle BioPower allargandosi al modello 9-3 nelle sue varianti Sport Sedan, Sport Hatch e anche Cabriolet. (more…)
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The Saab BioPower 100 Concept, presented at the Geneva Motor Show, showcases the first production-based turbo engine to be optimized for pure, eco-friendly bioethanol (E100) fuel. The result is a level of performance never seen before from a road car using this fuel. This exciting concept takes Saab BioPower technology to a new level by showing the true potential of combining turbocharging and sophisticated engine management with pure bioethanol fuel. And in demonstrating that greener motoring means even sportier driving, it also extends Saab's technical leadership of Europe's emerging 'flex-fuel' segment.[Source: SAAB]Continued- Hi-res image gallery and official press releasePRESS RELEASE:Saab BioPower 100 Concept: Bioethanol Performance Potential UnleashedThe Saab BioPower 100 Concept, presented at the Geneva Motor Show, showcases the first production-based turbo engine to be optimized for pure, eco-friendly bioethanol (E100) fuel. The result is a level of performance never seen
Saab will give green motoring a performance boost at next month’s Geneva Motor Show when it unveils its latest BioPower development.The Saab BioPower 100 Concept showcases the first production-based engine to be optimized for pure bioethanol (E100) fuel. The result is a level of performance never seen before from a road car using this fuel.To be shown as an exciting evolution of the Saab 9-5 SportCombi, this latest BioPower concept demonstrates the great performance potential of bioethanol.Peak power is complemented by a substantial 400 Nm of torque, giving this optimized engine the power characteristics of a naturally-aspirated engine of 4.0-liters displacement. This is reflected in strong performance, the Saab 9-5 BioPower 100 Concept achieving zero to 100 kph acceleration in just 6.6 seconds and 80 - 120 kph (fifth gear) in an even more impressive 8.2 seconds.
With the introduction of the new 1.8t BioPower in Saab’s 9-3 line of cars, the Swedish carmaker’s entire range can now be optioned with flex-fuel drivetrains. The new model range will make its debut at next week’s Geneva Motor Show, including the Sport Saloon, Sport Wagon and Convertible. The 1.8t BioPower engine emits 50-70% less carbon dioxide (CO2) than its 1.8t petrol engine equivalent, yet produces 17% more power and 10% more torque when running on the eco-friendly E85 fuel.The cars will be available with manual or automatic transmissions and will go on sale in the UK soon after its Geneva Debut, with sales across the rest of Europe scheduled to start later this year. There’s no word on which other markets will get the new flex-fuel models.The turbocharged and intercooled engine produces 175hp (129kW) at 5500rpm and peak torque of 265Nm from as low as 2500rpm up to 4000rpm. The 0 – 100km/h time takes 8.4 seconds for the manual 9-3 Sport Saloon, while top speed is 137mph.
Saab has been a big supporter of E85 vehicles in recent years and will be taking the next step to E100 in its new Biopower 100 Concept destined for the Geneva Motor Show. The concept showcases the first production-based engine to be optimized for pure bioethanol (E100) fuel.The optimized 2.0L engine from the 9-5 develops 300hp of power thanks to the high octane of E100 fuel. That exceptionally high specific power output of 150hp/L demonstrates scope for future "rightsizing', using smaller, high output engines that also deliver energy savings. The engine also develops 295lb. ft. of torque, which helps to propel it from zero to 62 mph acceleration in just 6.6 seconds and 50 - 75 mph (fifth gear) in only 8.2 seconds. The use of Ethanol and Ethanol blend fuel is still being debated in many countries, but it's good to know we'll still be able to get high-performance engines either way. We just wish Saab would repackage the concept in a nicer exterior, like the stunning Aero-X conc
Saab will give green motoring a performance boost at next month's Geneva Motor Show when it unveils its latest BioPower development.The Saab BioPower 100 Concept showcases the first production-based engine to be optimized for pure bioethanol (E100) fuel. The result is a level of performance never seen before from a road car using this fuel.To be shown as an exciting evolution of the Saab 9-5 SportCombi, this latest BioPower concept demonstrates the great performance potential of bioethanol. In combining Saab turbocharging expertise with the use of high octane E100 fuel, the optimized 2.0-liter engine from the 9-5 range develops 300 hp maximum power. This has been possible through modifications to the engine management system and internal components, allowing the use of greater boost pressure with a raised compression ratio.That exceptionally high specific power output of 150 hp per liter demonstrates scope for future "rightsizing', using smaller, high output engines that also de
