Saab 900 Convertible

19871997 · 29 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
19
Best
22

The Saab 900 Convertible has been tested by the EPA across 29 different configurations spanning model years 1987 through 1997. Over this period, the 900 Convertible has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1997
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG
1997
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1997
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG
1997
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1997
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172319MPG
1996
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150162519MPG
1996
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1996
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172319MPG
1996
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300152318MPG
1996
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG
1995
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1995
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182620MPG
1995
2.3L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1995
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000172420MPG
1995
2.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1992
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
1992
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1992
2.1L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1992
2.1L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1991
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
1991
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182421MPG
1990
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,500162017MPG
1990
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850192621MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300162018MPG
1989
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150182019MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850192421MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,300161918MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG

Historical Efficiency

1997
21
1996
21
1995
21
1992
20
1991
21
1990
21
1989
22
1988
21
1987
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (900 Convertible) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Saab 900 Convertible. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Saab Saab 99/99E/900 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
10
Total Deaths
8

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
10.0%
Fire Occurrence
10.0%
Speeding Involved
20.0%
DUI Involved
20.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

71%
Front
14%
Side
14%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2016
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1997
1
1996
1
1995
7
1989
2
1988
1
1987
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory