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1997 Volvo 850 Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1997 Volvo 850 lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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850 Sedan 4D
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850 GLT Sedan 4D
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850 T-5 Sedan 4D image
850 T-5 Sedan 4D
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850 R Sedan 4D image
850 R Sedan 4D
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850 R Sedan 4D
Fair Market Price
$3,061
$4,177$4,759$5,401
Fuel Economy
City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG
City 18/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPGCity 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPGCity 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG
Fuel Type
GasGasGasGas
Horsepower
168 @ 6100 RPM190 @ 5100 RPM222 @ 5200 RPM
240 @ 5600 RPM
Engine
5-Cyl, 2.4 Liter5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.3 Liter5-Cyl, Turbo, 2.3 Liter
Cargo Volume
14.70 cu ft14.70 cu ft14.70 cu ft14.70 cu ft
Cylinders
5555
Torque
162 lb-ft197 lb-ft221 lb-ft221 lb-ft
Turning Circle
33.5 feet33.5 feet34.5 feet34.5 feet
Curb Weight
3,232 pounds3,250 pounds3,287 pounds3,278 pounds
Child Seat Anchors
Not AvailableNot availableNot availableNot available
Child Door Locks
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Navigation System
OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Hands Free Phone
OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Torque
162 @ 6100 RPM197 @ 5100 RPM221 @ 5200 RPM221 @ 5600 RPM
Leather Seats
Optional
Standard
Standard
Standard
Dual Power Front Seats
OptionalNot Available
Standard
Standard
Power Driver's Seat
Optional
Standard
Standard
Standard
Power Windows
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel
Standard
Not AvailableNot AvailableNot Available
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Standard
Alloy Wheels
Optional
Standard
Standard
Standard
Rear Spoiler
OptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Drivetrain
FWDFWDFWDFWD
Transmission Type
AutomaticAutomaticAutomaticAutomatic
Curb Weight
3232 pounds3250 pounds3287 pounds3278 pounds
EPA Total Interior
111.5 cubic feet111.5 cubic feet111.5 cubic feet111.5 cubic feet
Fuel Capacity
19.3 gallons19.3 gallons19.3 gallons19.3 gallons
Front Head Room
39.1 inches38 inches38 inches38 inches
Front Leg Room
41.4 inches41.4 inches41.4 inches41.4 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance
6.2 inches6.2 inches6.2 inchesNot Available
Overall Length
183.5 inches183.5 inches183.5 inches183.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.1 inches57.1 inches57.1 inches57.1 inches
Turning Diameter
33.5 feet33.5 feet34.5 feet34.5 feet
Wheel Base
104.9 inches104.9 inches104.9 inches104.9 inches
Width with mirrors
69.3 inches69.3 inches69.3 inches69.3 inches

FAQs

Is the 1997 Volvo 850 a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1997 850 ranges in power from the Sedan 4D with 168 horsepower to the R Sedan 4D with 240 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1997 850 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1997 Volvo 850 specs page.

How fast is the 1997 Volvo 850?

The 1997 850 ranges in power from the Sedan 4D with 168 horsepower to the R Sedan 4D with 240 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1997 850 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1997 Volvo 850 specs page.

What are the levels of Volvo 850s?

The 1997 Volvo 850 comes in 4 different trims, ranging from the Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $3,061.00 to the R Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $5,401.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1997 850 specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1997 Volvo 850 specs page.

What features does the Volvo 850 1997 have?

1997 Volvo 850 features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 1997 850 trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1997 Volvo 850 specs page.

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