Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept Car
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The Saab 9-4X BioPower concept car that will be unveiled at NAIAS next week, have been leaked by various websites for its first shots. Powered by a 2.0 liter BioPower engine, The Saab 9-4X BioPower develops 300 hp and 400 Nm of torque on E85 fuel.
The Saab 9-4X BioPower concept car is expected to have a top speed of around 230 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of around 8 seconds.
When used with conventional fuel, the power figures of the Saab 9-4X BioPower drop to 245 hp and 353 Nm. The Saab 9-4X BioPower concept car also equipped with a Haldex AWD system, a six-speed gearbox, and an electronic limited slip differential.
The Saab 9-4X BioPower is expected to spawn a new crossover that will probably enter production next year.
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