Volvo 850 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Volvo Cars |
Production | 1991–1997 (716,903 units)[1][2] |
Model years | 1992–1997 |
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Designer | Jan Wilsgaard[5] (1989) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact executive car (D) |
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Layout | |
Platform | Volvo P80 platform |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Transmission | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,664 mm (104.9 in) |
Length |
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Width | 1,760 mm (69.3 in) |
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Kerb weight | |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Volvo 240 |
Successor | Volvo S70 (Sedan)/V70 (Estate) |
The Volvo 850 is a compact executive car that was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1991[11] until 1996.[11] Designed by Jan Wilsgaard, the car was introduced in a saloon body style; an estate style was introduced in 1993.
The Volvo 850 was shown for the first time in June 1991, and the car marked a departure for Volvo, featuring multiple unprecedented features for the company; these included a transverse 5-cylinder engine driving the front wheels,[12] a Delta-link rear axle, a side impact protection system, and a self-adjusting front seat belt mechanism.[6]
The Volvo 850 was succeeded by the Volvo S70 and Volvo V70.
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