Volvo 850 1994 2.5i 20V
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 petrol description
Sedan Volvo 850 1994 2.5i 20V 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 170 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 4700 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
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 20V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo 850 1994 2.5i 20V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volvo 850 1994 2.5i 20V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.2 litres per 100km (10.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7 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 1040 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volvo is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Volvo 850 fuel consumption.
- Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.1 seconds later (in 10 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 10.5 litres per 100 km
- Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 10.5 litres per 100 km

Volvo 850 1994 2.5i 20V technical data
Model: | Volvo 850 2.5i 20V | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1994. July ... 1997. January | ||
Engine: | 2435 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 170 HP ON 6100 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 4700 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 7.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km (24.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 73 litres (19.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.67m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 445 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1800 kg |
Volvo 850 1994 2.5i 20V engine B5254S
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 | 10.3 : 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 20V oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts) |
Power | 165 - 170 HP ON 6100 RPM |
Torque | 210 - 220 NM ON 4700 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1991 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Volvo V70 Volvo S70 |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Volvo 850 sedan [1994 - 1997] 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) |