Saab improves efficiency of 9-3 diesel, now up to 44.4 mpg (U.S.)

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Saab has just tweaked the diesel versions of the 9-3 to reduce the fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. Over in Europe, the Saab is available with a 1.9L turbodiesel four in two power flavors. The milder single turbo 150 hp variant is now rated at 44.4 mpg (U.S.) in the sedan or 42.8 mpg (U.S.) in the wagon. The CO 2 emissions of the two body styles are now at 139 g/km and 144 g/km respectively. The average 7 percent gains in efficiency are due to revised gearing, taller (lower numerical) final drive ratio, revised engine calibrations and lower rolling resistance tires. Gallery: 2008 Saab 9-3 diesel [Source: Saab] Continue reading Saab improves efficiency of 9-3 diesel, now up to 44.4 mpg (U.S.) Auto Blog: Diesel , MPG , Saab Saab improves efficiency of 9-3 diesel, now up to 44.4 mpg (U.S.) originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds .Car Blog Green | Car Blog Green | Car Blog Green