The Saab B207R 2.0-liter turbo engine was produced at the concern’s factories from 2002 to 2012 and installed on advanced modifications of the popular second-generation 9-3 Aero model. This power unit is one of the varieties of the GM LK9 engine and is similar to the Opel Z20NET.
R4 GM-engine: B207E, B207L, B207R.
Specifications
| Production years | 2002-2012 |
| Displacement, cc | 1998 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 210 |
| Torque output, Nm | 300 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | MHI TD04-11TK |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.7 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Saab 9-3 Aero 2011) — city — highway — combined |
12.0 7.1 8.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~270 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Saab 9-3 II (YS3F) in 2002 – 2012.
Disadvantages of the Saab B207R engine
- This is a completely reliable engine, but the chain resource here is rather modest;
- Even before 200,000 km of run, the timing chain and balancer shafts are often extended;
- The turbocharger serves well, but the bypass valve often fails;
- A lot of trouble in this motor is associated with a short-lived valve of the crankcase ventilation system;
- Weaknesses include the control unit, fuel pump, electric throttle and crankshaft position sensor.
Hello, please help.
Does my 2006 Saab 2.0 turbo petrol motor – B207R fit the heads off my 2002 Saab 2.0 turbo petrol motor – B204E ?
Kind regards Alan,
I found vw jetta head which are not inter changeable fact micrometer tell you gasket also matchs well 100000 k later n still going diesel gf cars at the time lol
yes alan it fits, i’s the same head