Volvo1991-1996 850 Overview

Volvo 850 Overview (1991 - 1996)

1991 - 1996

Tech Specs Summary


121 - 155 mph

6.9 - 11.7 seconds

124 - 247 hp

24.2 - 39.2 mpg
lb
3,009 - 3,311 lbs

15.7 ft3 (Sedan)

14.8 - 55.8 ft3 (Wagon)
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The Volvo 850 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 1991 - 1996. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a sedan or wagon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 124 hp 2 L Inline 5 gasoline engine to a 247 hp 2.3 L Inline 5 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Volvo 850 T-5R
(1995 - 1996)
...850 T-5R

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 850 is the Volvo 850 T-5R which scores 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 237 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.01 lb/hp it has a top speed of 152 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.9 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Volvo 850 2.5 TDI Wagon
(1996 - 1997)
...TDI Wagon

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo 850 2.5 TDI Wagon is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 698 miles and can store 14.8-55.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,527 lbs.

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