| Saab 9-5 BioPower opts for higher bio-fuel use |
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| Written by Administrator | |
| Wednesday, 21 February 2007 | |
Saab will give green motoring a performance boost at next month’s Geneva Motor Show when it unveils its latest BioPower technology, the first production-based engine to be optimised for pure bio-ethanol (E100) fuel.
The Saab BioPower 100 is an exciting evolution of the Saab 9-5 Estate car and demonstrates the great performance potential of bio-ethanol. Combining Saab’s turbo-charging expertise with the use of high-octane E100 fuel, the 2.0-litre 9-5 engine produces an incredible 300bhp. This has been possible through modifications to the engine management system and internal components, allowing the use of greater boost pressure with a raised compression ratio. This exceptionally high specific power output of 150bhp per litre demonstrates scope for future ‘rightsizing’ – using small high output engines that also deliver energy savings.Peak power is complemented by a substantial 400Nm of torque, giving the engine similar power to a naturally-aspirated 4.0 litre unit. Indeed the Saab 9-5 BioPower 100 Concept accelerates from 0 – 100km/hr in just 6.6 seconds. Saab already markets Europe’s best selling flex-fuel vehicle, the 9-5 BioPower, and the Saab BioPower 100 Concept will extend the Swedish premium brand’s leadership position in the development of bio-ethanol technology. |
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