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Volvo 940 940 (1990–1998) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1990 - 1998
940
Station Wagon Estate
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Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 2.0 i 16V Turbo | 5 | 190 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0i | 5 | 111 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.3i Automatic | 5 | 131 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.3i 16V | 5 | 155 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.3i Turbo | 5 | 165 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.4 Turbo D | 5 | 122 HP | Diesel | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volvo 940 940 overview
The Volvo 940 (940) is the 1st generation of the 940, built from 1990 to 1998. It is offered as a Station Wagon Estate with 9 engines (diesel, petrol), from 82 HP to 190 HP. The 2.3i Turbo (165 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.0 s, reaches a top speed of 210 km/h and is 4810 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volvo 940 have?
The Volvo 940 (940) has 82 HP to 190 HP, depending on the engine: 2.4 Vw (82 HP), 2.0 Redblock (111 HP), 2.4 Vw (122 HP), 2.3 Redblock (131 HP), 2.8 Prv (147 HP), 2.3 Redblock (155 HP), 2.3 Redblock (165 HP), 2.8 Prv (170 HP), 2.0 Redblock (190 HP).
What engines are available for the Volvo 940?
The Volvo 940 is available with 9 engines: 2.4 Vw (82 HP, diesel), 2.0 Redblock (111 HP, petrol), 2.4 Vw (122 HP, diesel), 2.3 Redblock (131 HP, petrol), 2.8 Prv (147 HP, petrol), 2.3 Redblock (155 HP, petrol), 2.3 Redblock (165 HP, petrol), 2.8 Prv (170 HP, petrol), 2.0 Redblock (190 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volvo 940?
The Volvo 940 is 4810 mm long, 1750 mm wide, 1435 mm tall, with a 2770 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volvo 940?
The Volvo 940 2.3i Turbo (165 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.0 s and has a top speed of 210 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volvo 940 Combi 945 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1991–1998 |
| Platform | Volvo 900 |
| Variant | 2.3i Turbo (165 Hp) |
| Body type | Station Wagon Estate |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 165 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 264 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3450 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 210 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 9.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 9.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | B230FT |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2316 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 96.0 mm |
| Stroke | 80.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.7 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | turbocharger |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.9 L |
| Coolant | 9.3 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | m90 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | volvo |
Dimensions
| Length | 4810 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1750 mm |
| Height | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2770 mm |
| Front track | 1470 mm |
| Rear track | 1460 mm |
| Boot space | 992 – 2125 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1420 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1950 kg |
| Max load | 530 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 9.9 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 75.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 195/65 R15 V |
| Wheel rims | 15 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.2 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.4 kg/Nm, 185.9 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1991 |
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| End Of Production | 1998 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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