266 SpecificationsWheels and tires(recommended dimensions)
2.3 Turbo
All season tires
215/55 R16 93 H X
235/45 R17 94 V X
Winter tires
215/55 R16 93 Q X
225/45 R17 94 Q XL/RF X
235/45 R17 94 Q X
Wheel sizes
6.5 x 16” X
7 x 17” X
7.5 x 17” X
Speed ratings and load indexes, see page 230.
Before changing to wheels/tyres of another size, we recommend that you
contact an authorized Saab workshop regarding acceptable options.Compact spare:
Wheel __________________________ 4 x 16”
Tire ____________________________ T115/70 R16
Pressure ________________________ 60 psi (420 kPa)
Maximum life ____________________ 2,200 miles
(3500 km)
Maximum speed _________________ 50 mph (80 km/h)
Full size spare wheel:Wheel ___________________________
6.5 x 16”
Tire _____________________________
215/55 R16
Pressure_________________________
42 psi (290 kPa)
Maximum life _____________________
2,200 miles
(3500 km)
Maximum speed __________________
50 mph (80 km/h)
NOTICESnow chains:
Snow chains must not be fitted to the rear wheels, and may only
be used with the following wheel-tire combinations:
Wheels Tires
6.5 x 16”_______ 215/55 R16
Snow chains must not be fitted to 17" wheels.
Max. permissible speed with snow chains fitted is 30 mph
(50 km/h).
Contact an authorized Saab dealer for advice on snow chains.NOTICEWheels larger than 17” must not be fitted.
Wheel offset must be 49 mm.
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