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Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo

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CoupéPetrolManualFWDYear 1994
120
Horsepower · 88 kW
9.0s
0–100 km/h
205
km/h top speed
8.5
l/100 km
€24,935
List price at launch · 1994

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo is a coupé powered by a petrol engine delivering 120 hp (88 kW).

Updated Aug 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9 s and reaches a top speed of 205 km/h. Power is routed through a front-wheel-drive layout via a manual gearbox.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 8.5 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1994 as part of the Volvo 480 generation, and sits alongside 14 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo produces 120 hp (88 kW).

How fast does the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.0 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo?

The top speed of the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo is 205 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo has a combined fuel consumption of 8.5 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo have?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo has a 1,721 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo produces 175 Nm of torque.

When was the Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo introduced?

The Volvo 480 ES GT-Turbo was introduced in 1994.