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Volvo 245 GLE Estate Automatic

General information

ModelVolvo 245 GLE Estate Automatic
Year1974
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2125 ccm (129.67 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2125 ccm (129.67 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power124.70 PS (92 kW or 123 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque170.00 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 80.0 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0895 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (385.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1394 kg (3,073.2 pounds)
Overall length4900 mm (192.9 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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