Volvo 850 1994 Sedan
Durable, do not rusts
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This generation of Volvo 850 (facelift model) has been produced from July, 1994 to January, 1997. We can provide information about 19 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Volvo is available with eight petrol engines with displacement from 2.0 to 2.4 litres and power of from 126 to 250 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 2.5 litres and power of 140 HP.
The car is available with both manual (10 versions), as well as automatic (9 versions) gearbox.
Volvo 850 1994 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 8.9 to 11.1 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 6.6 to 7.9 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Volvo 850 1994 sedan petrol engine version is Volvo 850 2.0i, consuming 8.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Volvo 850 1994 sedan diesel - Volvo 850 TDI 2.5 for 100 kilometers consumes 6.6 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Volvo 850 real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 5 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +11% for petrol engines and the same for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Volvo 850 modification.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.7 seconds has Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V version, conversely the tardiest one is Volvo 850 2.0i reaching this speed only in 12.1 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 2.3 petrol 5-cylinder 250 hp version (Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V).
Lenght of Volvo 850 is 467 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Volvo 850 is about 6 cm longer than Mazda 626 sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Volkswagen Passat sedan. Volvo 850 gross weight is from 1800 to 1960 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class.
This Volvo is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 1400 €. According to user reviews, average Volvo 850 repair costs are 120 € per year. Users calculated Volvo 850 1994 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.32 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 58%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 25% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Volvo 850 for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Volvo 850 prices and costs.
In user reviews Volvo 850 received average grade 8.5 (from 10) - better than average rate for same years cars (7.6). All authors of reviews would recommend Volvo 850 to the friend.
Volvo 850 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volvo 850 1994 2.0i
Nov 1994 — Jan 1997 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 126 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.0i
Nov 1994 — Jan 1997 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 126 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.0i Nov 1994 — Jan 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 126 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5 2.3i Turbo 20V | 2.3 Petrol | 226 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5 2.3i Turbo 20V | 2.3 Petrol | 226 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5R 2.3i Turbo 20V Jul 1994 — Jan 1996 | 2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5R 2.3i Turbo 20V Jul 1994 — Jan 1996 | 2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Jan 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.3 Petrol | 241 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 R 2.3i Turbo 20V
Jan 1996 — Jan 1997 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 250 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.4 Petrol | 144 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i | 2.4 Petrol | 144 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 2.4 2.5i T 20V Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1996 2.4 2.5i T 20V Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 TDI 2.5
Mar 1996 — Jan 1997 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1996 TDI 2.5 Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.5 Diesel | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 prices
Volvo 850 1994 - 1997 sedan price in Latvia is from 500 € to 2300 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volvo 850 price is very high - Volvo 850 is approximately for 22 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 1994 - 1997 prices).
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Volvo 850 1996 price | 700 € | 1300 € | 2000 € | |
Volvo 850 1994 price | 500 € | 1400 € | 2300 € |
Volvo 850 total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Volvo 850? Users calculated Volvo 850 1994 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.32 € cost per one kilometer.
Volvo 850 1994 total costs of ownership calculator
Calculate total cost of ownership of the Volvo 850, including purchase, insurance, maintenance, taxes and other costs based on how you use your vehicle.
Volvo 850 reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Volvo 850 reliability is average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2008 defects were detected in an average of 22.3 percent of Volvo 850 of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 22.5%.
Volvo 850 1994 sedan features (options)
Percentage of Volvo 850 with corresponding feature (option)
60% Metallic paint
51% Adjustable steering wheel
49% Climate control
36% Heated seats
35% Leather upholstery
32% Cruise control
24% Sunroof
17% Electrically adjustable seats
13%
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Volvo 850 reviews
Total 10 Volvo 850 owner reviews
Pros: Do not corrode, very robust and reliable in all circumstances. Despite his age is dynamic enough, as well as cabin is quiet. Very durable body, when crashed into back by Huyndai, there was no damage, which could not tell about Huyndai.
Cons: Some parking places are too small for this tank.
Purchase year: | 2014 age of car 18 years) | Owned for | 70`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 5.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 250 € (~ 83 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend