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Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate

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Top 29% of 1,966 wagon petrol models in this price class.

WagonPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 1996
241
Horsepower · 177 kW
7.6s
0–100 km/h
235
km/h top speed
9.7
l/100 km
€54,408
List price at launch · 1996

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate is a wagon powered by a petrol engine delivering 241 hp (177 kW).

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

Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 s and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h. Power is routed through a front-wheel-drive layout via an automatic gearbox.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 9.7 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1996 as part of the Volvo 850 Estate generation, and sits alongside 58 other variants in 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 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate produces 241 hp (177 kW).

How fast does the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate?

The top speed of the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate is 235 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate has a combined fuel consumption of 9.7 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate have?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate has a 2,319 cc engine with 5 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate produces 300 Nm of torque.

When was the Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate introduced?

The Volvo 850 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Estate was introduced in 1996.

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