It's fair to say that Volvo has one of the strongest, most clearly-defined images in the automotive industry. Even if you've never driven a Volvo, what's the first word that comes into your mind when you hear this brand name? That's right. Safety. In particular, passive safety--elements designed to protect you when sheet metal starts crumpling and you no longer have control of the situation. Along with its other strengths--durability and reliability--Volvo stood for safety when safety wasn't cool. The Swedish carmaker's pioneering work in this area has helped to make dramatic improvements in crash survivability, not only in Volvo products but throughout the industry at large. This is an enviable record, but there's just one problem. Safety is obviously important, and it's increasingly high on the priority lists of today's car buyers. But safety isn't exactly exciting. Although Volvo's new 850 sedans and wagons measure up to European standards of stability and agility, their outstanding performance in the realm of occupant protection conjures up visions of amored personnel carriers. All of which explains the 850R, the newest member of Volvo's front-drive 850 lineup. It has all the usual Volvo virtues, but it has something more compelling, something we don't usually associate with this brand: This here Svenska can scoot, ladies and gentlemen. It has the handling and brakes you'd expect of something wearing a BMW badge, and it can hustle from 0 to 60 mph in about 6 seconds.
1997 Volvo 850
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Overview
Specs & Features
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 2.4L I-5 / 168 HP / 162 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 20 / 29 / 24 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Semi-independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 19.3 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $74 |
Maximum Cargo Volume | 33.2 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 97 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 183.5 " |
Exterior Width | 69.3 " |
Exterior Height | 55.7 " |
Front Headroom | 39.1 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.8 " |
Front Legroom | 41.4 " |
Rear Legroom | 32.3 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.1 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.3 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,232 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 105 " |
Turning Radius | 16.7 ' |
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 15.0 " Steel / 15.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | Wing |
Exhaust | Non Stainless Steel |
Passenger Capacity | 5 |
Seat Trim | Cloth / Leather / Premium Cloth |
Front Seat Type | Bucket |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way / (6-way Power) |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way / (6-way Power) |
Front Armrests | 6-way / (6-way Power) |
Rear Armrests | Center With Pass-thru |
Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench |
Radio | Premium Am/fm Stereo, Seek-scan |
Speakers | 6 |
Radio Steering Wheel Controls | |
Apple Car Play | |
Android Auto | |
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity |
Steering Wheel Type | Telescopic Tilt |
Climate Control | |
Cruise Control | |
Sun Roof | |
Rearview Mirror | Day-night |
One Touch Open Window | Driver |
Tinted Windows | Light |
Vanity Mirrors | Dual Illuminated |
Remote Keyless Entry | |
Power Outlets | 1 |
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable |
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 48 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 96 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months |
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