Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate has been produced from July, 1994 to January, 1997. It has five-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 144 horsepower on 5400 rpm and torque 206 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 10-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Volvo 850 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 73 litres or 19.29 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volvo real everyday fuel consumption is 10.4 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volvo 850 fuel consumption.

Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate technical data
Model: | Volvo 850 2.5i Estate | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1994. July ... 1997. January | ||
Engine: | 2435 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 144 HP ON 5400 RPM | Torque: | 206 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) 11.7 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.4 l/100km (22.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 73 litres (19.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Gross weight: | 1925 kg |
Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate engine B5252S
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2435 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. More service info |
Fuel system | Injection |
Volvo 850 1994 2.5i Estate oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts) |
Power | 144 HP ON 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1994 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Volvo V70 Volvo S70 |
All Volvo 850 estate car [1994 - 1997] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volvo 850 1994 2.0i Estate
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 Estate Comfort-Line
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 Estate Nov 1994 — Jan 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 126 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.0i Estate Comfort-Line Nov 1994 — Jan 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 126 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5 2.3i 20V Turbo Estate | 2.3 Petrol | 226 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5 2.3i 20V Turbo Estate | 2.3 Petrol | 226 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate Jul 1994 — Jan 1996 | 2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 T-5R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate Jul 1994 — Jan 1996 | 2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate Jan 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.3 Petrol | 241 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate
Jan 1996 — Jan 1997 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 250 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i Estate
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 Estate | 2.4 Petrol | 144 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V Estate
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 Estate Comfort-Line
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 Estate | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V Estate Comfort-Line | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 2.4 2.5i T 20V Estate Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1996 2.4 2.5i T 20V Estate Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo 850 1996 TDI 2.5 Estate
Mar 1996 — Jan 1997 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo 850 1996 TDI 2.5 Estate Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 | 2.5 Diesel | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |