The Volvo 480 (1986-1995) was offered with 9 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | Drive | Top speed | 0-100 km/h | Consumption | Available on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7L Petrol | 120 hp | 175 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 205 km/h | 9.0 s | 8.5 l/100km | 3 trims |
| 2.0L Petrol | 110 hp | 165 Nm | Automatic | Front Wheel Drive | 190 km/h | 11.5 s | 9.1 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 2.0L Petrol | 110 hp | 165 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 190 km/h | 9.9 s | 8.2 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 2.0L Petrol | 109 hp | 165 Nm | Automatic | Front Wheel Drive | 190 km/h | 11.0 s | 8.9 l/100km | 3 trims |
| 2.0L Petrol | 109 hp | 165 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 195 km/h | 9.8 s | 8.0 l/100km | 3 trims |
| 1.7L Petrol | 109 hp | 140 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 190 km/h | 9.5 s | 7.9 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 1.7L Petrol | 106 hp | 140 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 185 km/h | 9.8 s | 7.9 l/100km | 1 trim |
| 1.7L Petrol | 102 hp | 142 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 185 km/h | 10.5 s | 8.1 l/100km | 2 trims |
| 1.7L Petrol | 95 hp | 140 Nm | Manual | Front Wheel Drive | 180 km/h | 10.5 s | 7.9 l/100km | 1 trim |
Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.