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Monday, October 18, 2010

2012 Saab 9-4X

The new Saab 9-4X brings unique design and engineering values to the growing mid-size crossover segment. With distinctive Scandinavian and aircraft-inspired looks, it also offers car-like handling and ride characteristics that challenge class benchmarks.

Making its world premiere at the 2010 Los Angles Auto Show, the 9-4X expands Saab's product portfolio to three car lines and will provide a fresh, alternative choice for independently-minded crossover buyers. It is an important next-step in the Swedish brand's renaissance as an independent premium car manufacturer.

Muscular and sporty to drive, the Saab 9-4X is aligned in looks and size between the 9-3X all-rounder and new 9-5 sedan. Outside and inside, it communicates its Saab identity with clean, uncluttered design and signature motifs, such as its wraparound-effect windshield, ice block lighting theme, driver-focused cockpit and flexible cargo handling.

In true Saab tradition, the 9-4X delivers on its sporty persona. It is configured around a unique, purpose-designed crossover body structure, which has been key to delivering its exceptional handling and ride properties. Car-like driving dynamics are supported by Saab's advanced all-wheel-drive system, Saab XWD, and DriveSense adaptive chassis control.

Under the hood, nestles a choice of compact and efficient V6 engines, naturally-aspirated or turbocharged. The 265 hp, 3.0-liter motor for the entry-level model features direct fuel injection and variable valve timing; while the 300 hp, 2.8-liter exchanges direct injection for twin-scroll turbocharging and is exclusive to top-of-line Aero variants. Both engines are mated to six-speed automatic transmissions under adaptive, electronic control.
2012 Saab 9-4X Interior

2012 Saab 9-4X

Friday, September 17, 2010

2010 Saab 9-3 ePower Concept

Saab will be presented in Paris a 9-3 all-electric in the body of a SportCombi. This prototype will also be tested in real situations with no less than 70 carriages strolling on the roads of Sweden at the beginning of next year.

The Saab 9-3 ePower is the first car to offer all-electric comfort and volume of a break. In fact, engineers have built a brand electrical architecture in the envelope and the dimensions of a 9-3 Sport-Hatch "classic".

Under the hood, an electric motor of 184 hp (135 kW) drives the front wheels via a single speed box. The instantaneous availability of torque provides acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 8.5 seconds, along with a top speed of 150 km / h.

The battery pack Li-Ion 35.5 kW / h, small but powerful, is fitted in the floor pan, mainly in the space previously occupied by the exhaust system and the reservoir in the wheelbase. The weight distribution is présevée and driving dynamics is comparable to that of the usual 9-3 Sport-Hatch.

Inside, a selection lever conventional style automatic transmission, offers positions "drive" (forward), "neutral" (neutral), "park" (parking) and reverse (reverse). On the dashboard, tachometer and fuel control / turbo disappear profile of a level display of battery charge, power consumption and autonomy, all lit in green.
In addition, an electric parking brake saves space.

The management uses to support hydroelectric power and the carrier has an air conditioning provided by a compressor powered by the battery. Via a transformer, the latter also charges a battery of 12 volts Annex fueling the fires and interior accessories.

The power plant operation is controlled by a specific version of Trionic 8 - system management engine house - with a new software dedicated to electrical application.

With a goal of autonomy of about 200 km, the Saab 9-3 ePower pushes the boundaries of existing electric vehicles. It owes this performance to battery cells, whose energy density exceeds that of the best batteries currently located on electric cars, while helping to reduce weight.

With a capacity of 35.5 kW / h, the battery is designed to operate at full power until an outdoor temperature of -30 C or 10 C below the minimum operating other batteries on the market. Additional major advantage: air cooling, not water, which lowers costs and helps to further alleviate the block.

By design, the battery is designed to carry charge cycles corresponding to ten years of average use. It can be recharged from a household outlet within three to six hours, depending on the level of discharge. But this time may be reduced if we increase the supply voltage, since the input capacitance of the battery is not limited.

Saab relies on road tests to validate the performance of the battery pack, designed to operate reliably until the "buffer" to load, set at only 12% of total capacity. The elements lithium ion are also the first to receive the Nordic Ecolabel for their environmental friendliness and sustainability, including production process.

Moreover, the 9-3 ePower meets the standards of crashworthiness as applied to all Saab vehicles. The motor is located outside the cockpit, in an area with non-deformable structure, wrapped and well protected. As for system management and monitoring of the battery, it works safely in normal driving as an accident.

Hundreds of motorists and their families will be put to use by Saab during a test drive program which will put into circulation a fleet of 70 Saab 9-3 ePower over the period 2011-2012, central, west and east of Sweden.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

2010 Saab 9-5 Sedan

Sleek, sophisticated and unmistakably Saab, the all-new Saab 9-5 Sedan signals the dawn of a new era for the Saab brand. With progressive, confident styling and advanced technology, Saab's distinctive new flagship will bring a fresh, alternative choice to the premium saloon segment when it goes on sale in 2010.

The clean, sculpted shape embraces the purity of Scandinavian design, and its dramatic wraparound window graphic echoes Saab's aviation heritage. With styling inspired by the award-winning Saab Aero X Concept car and a muscular, low-slung stance, the new Saab 9-5 heralds the introduction of a bold and expressive design language.

The array of high-tech features on offer includes: an aircraft-inspired head-up information display (HUD); adaptive headlights (Bi-Xenon Smart Beam); adaptive cruise control; Saab DriveSense adaptive chassis with real-time damping control; keyless entry and starting; dual-zone climate control; dynamic parking assistance, and Saab XWD with eLSD: the industry-leading all-wheel-drive system.

The all-turbo powertrain line-up is the broadest ever offered by Saab, carrying forward Saab's rightsizing engine strategy focusing on responsible performance through the development of highly efficient four cylinder turbo engines. There is a choice of three fuels - petrol, diesel and E85 bioethanol - and with diesel power, the new 9-5 offers CO2 emissions as low as 139 g/km.

Styling cues from 9-4X BioPower concept are clearly present - making Saab's final GM-created model a welcomed fresh face for the Scandinavian automaker's aging lineup.

The dark interior has some cues from the 9-3 but appears to be a mostly all-original design. The interior comes with the premium technology expected from a vehicle in this class, including a heads-up display system, adaptive Bi-Xenon Smart Beam headlamps, adaptive cruise control, tri-zone air conditioning and dynamic parking assistance.

Infotainment choices include a top-of-the-line Harman/Kardon surround sound audio system and an 8-inch touchscreen navigation system, complete with hard disk storage for map data and 10 GB of jukebox-style music files. A large center console provides stowage and connections for several portable devices through USB and Aux ports alongside a 12-volt power outlet.

Rear passengers can access their own audio or watch a DVD. The rear seat entertainment unit in the back of the center console accommodates audio controls and fold-out viewing screens are installed in the front seat-backs, along with wired and wireless headphones for listening and viewing.

Drivers will enjoy the Saab-exclusive DriveSense adaptive chassis with real-time damping control, as well as Saab XWD (all-wheel drive) with rear eLSD (limited-slip differential). Combined, these technologies help to make the new Saab 9-5 Sedan a viable choice for buyers in any climate.

Compared to the outgoing model, the new 9-5 will gain some extra weight, height and length. The wheelbase is also being increased by 14 cm to improve ride dynamics and comfort, and ultimately making it a larger and more competitive vehicle against the likes of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Cadillac CTS and Volvo S80.

The new 9-5 comes with a choice of six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmissions and â€” true to Saab tradition â€” only turbocharged powerplants. At launch, the 9-5 will be available with a 2.0-liter turbo diesel, producing 160 horsepower. There will also be a 220 horsepower 2.0-liter turbo gas motor and a range-topping 300 horsepower 2.8-liter turbocharged V6. Models fitted with the 2.8-liter engine will also come equipped with Saab's XWD all-wheel drive system.

Later on, a 180 horsepower 1.6-liter gas engine and a 2.0-liter E85-capable unit will be added to the 9-5 mix.
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