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Volvo 850 GLT 2.5

General information

ModelVolvo 850 GLT 2.5
Year1992
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2435 ccm (148.58 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2435 ccm (148.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 5 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque221 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke83.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed216.0 km/h (134.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.2 seconds
0-60 miles8.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1296 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1330 kg (2,932.1 pounds)
Overall length4670 mm (183.9 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity73.0 litres (19.29 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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