Segment: Medium
Production years: 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997
The 850 was a big leap forward for the Swedish car-maker. It didn't look like a brick on wheels anymore in terms of styling and, moreover, it was a front-wheel-drive vehicle. Later on, it was fitted with an all-wheel-drive system. The Swedish winters were long and snowy. The 850 was the first car in the world fitted with side-airbags.
The new design language took everybody by surprise. The sloped hood, rounded edges, and curved windshield were just a few elements that made the 850 so special in Volvo's history. It was inspired by the bigger 960 model, but it wasn't just a scaled-down vehicle. It retained the small, triangular, window behind the rear doors. The flat and straight trunk was still a part of the old school, but it looked better on the new 850.
Inside, due to the front-wheel-drive system, it wasn't that cramped anymore in the front. The wide seats with bolstered sides offered a comfortable ride. The transverse engine canceled most of the vibrations. The dashboard was still in cubic style design, with a big center stack. In the back, there was room for two adults and, as an option, an integrated child seat in the middle.
The 850 was offered with a choice of engine diesel and gasoline. Some engines were carried-over from other car-makers, and some were developed by Volvo engineers. The standard transmission was a 5-speed manual for the entire range, but selected versions were offered with an option for a 4-speed automatic.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT FWD (126 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 93 KW @ 6250 RPM 126 HP @ 6250 RPM 125 BHP @ 6250 RPM |
Torque: | 125 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 170 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.3 gallons (73.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121.2 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 183.46 in (4660 mm) |
Width: | 69.26 in (1759 mm) |
Height: | 55.11 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.84/57.87 in (1,520/1,470 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.11 in (2670 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.7 cuFT (445 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2923.3 lbs (1326 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4166.7 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L Turbo 5MT FWD (226 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2319 cm3 |
Power: | 166 KW @ 5280 RPM 226 HP @ 5280 RPM 223 BHP @ 5280 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 300 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.3 gallons (73.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 149.1 mph (240 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 183.46 in (4660 mm) |
Width: | 69.26 in (1759 mm) |
Height: | 55.11 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.84/57.87 in (1,520/1,470 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.11 in (2670 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.7 cuFT (445 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3040.2 lbs (1379 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4122.6 lbs (1870 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 5MT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2435 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 5400 RPM 140 HP @ 5400 RPM 138 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 152 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 206 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.3 gallons (73.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 127.4 mph (205 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 183.46 in (4660 mm) |
Width: | 69.26 in (1759 mm) |
Height: | 55.11 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.84/57.87 in (1,520/1,470 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.11 in (2670 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.7 cuFT (445 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2938.8 lbs (1333 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4056.5 lbs (1840 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 5MT FWD (144 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2435 cm3 |
Power: | 106 KW @ 5400 RPM 144 HP @ 5400 RPM 142 BHP @ 5400 RPM |
Torque: | 152 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 206 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.3 gallons (73.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 127.4 mph (205 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 183.46 in (4660 mm) |
Width: | 69.26 in (1759 mm) |
Height: | 55.11 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.84/57.87 in (1,520/1,470 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.11 in (2670 mm) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2943.2 lbs (1335 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4056.5 lbs (1840 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 5MT FWD (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2435 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 6200 RPM 170 HP @ 6200 RPM 168 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
Torque: | 162 lb-ft @ 3300 RPM 220 Nm @ 3300 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.3 gallons (73.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 133.6 mph (215 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 183.46 in (4660 mm) |
Width: | 69.26 in (1759 mm) |
Height: | 55.11 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.84/57.87 in (1,520/1,470 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.11 in (2670 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.7 cuFT (445 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2956.4 lbs (1341 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4056.5 lbs (1840 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 25.6 mpg US (9.2 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L Turbo 5MT FWD (193 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2435 cm3 |
Power: | 142 KW @ 5100 RPM 193 HP @ 5100 RPM 190 BHP @ 5100 RPM |
Torque: | 199 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 270 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.3 gallons (73.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 139.8 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 183.46 in (4660 mm) |
Width: | 69.26 in (1759 mm) |
Height: | 55.11 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.84/57.87 in (1,520/1,470 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.11 in (2670 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.7 cuFT (445 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3046.8 lbs (1382 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4210.8 lbs (1910 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.1 mpg US (15.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L TDI 5MT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2461 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4000 RPM 140 HP @ 4000 RPM 138 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 214 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 290 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 19.3 gallons (73.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124.3 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 185/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 183.46 in (4660 mm) |
Width: | 69.26 in (1759 mm) |
Height: | 55.11 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.84/57.87 in (1,520/1,470 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 105.11 in (2670 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.7 cuFT (445 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3154.8 lbs (1431 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321.1 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |