1990 · Large Car · Gas
1990 Saab 9000 MPG & fuel economy
The 1990 Saab 9000 is a large car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1989 model. Among 17 large cars rated for 1990, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1990 Saab 9000's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 19 | 8.1 | 12.4 |
| Highway | 26 | 11.1 | 9.0 |
| Combined | 21 | 8.9 | 11.2 |
How it ranks among 1990 Large Cars
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9000 MPG across model years
Full history →6 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual 9000 |
Gas | 19 MPG | 26 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual 9000 |
Gas | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual 9000 |
Gas | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic 9000 |
Gas | 16 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic 9000 |
Gas | 16 MPG | 22 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic 9000 |
Gas | 15 MPG | 23 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 103 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 24 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 423 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1990 Saab 9000?
Up to 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1990 Saab 9000 use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1990 Saab 9000?
The 1990 Saab 9000's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1990 Saab 9000 per year?
About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.