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Saab Aero BioPower Concept Auto Show Photo

This 9-5-based concept is powered by bio-ethanol (E85), which is a reable and sustainable fuel produced from agricultural crops already being made in the U.S., typically from corn. And, in the event E85, which is 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline, isn’t available, BioPower models can run on gasoline. The engine, a 2.3-liter turbo, delivers almost 20 percent more maximum power (310 horsepower versus 260) and 25 percent more torque (325 pound-feet versus 258) than its gasoline equivalent. This could mean acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in less than six seconds, compared to 6.9 seconds with the gas-powered 2.3, in addition to a dramatic reduction in CO2 emissions. Saab already offers a BioPower model in Sweden, based on the 2.0 turbo engine in that market’s 9-5. While the company hasn’t announced the BioPower 2.3 model will go into production for the U.S., it has said this concept showcases the “potential of developing a version for the North American market.”

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