1991-1996 850 OverviewVolvo 850 Overview (1991 - 1996)
1991 - 1996
Tech Specs Summary
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- 121 - 155 mph
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- 6.9 - 11.7 seconds
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- 124 - 247 BHP
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- 29.1 - 47.1 mpg
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- 1,365 - 1,502 kg
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- 445 L (Saloon)
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- 420 - 1,580 L (Estate)
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 saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 124 BHP 2 L Inline 5 petrol engine to a 247 BHP 2.3 L Inline 5 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
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 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 169 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 152 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo 850 2.5 TDI Estate 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 420-1,580 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,600 kg.