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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö

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SedanPetrolManualRWDYear 1996
165
Horsepower · 121 kW
9.1s
0–100 km/h
205
km/h top speed
10.5
l/100 km

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö is a sedan powered by a petrol engine delivering 165 hp (121 kW).

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

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 s and reaches a top speed of 205 km/h. Drive is routed to the rear-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 10.5 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1996 as part of the Volvo 940 (1996-1997) generation, and sits alongside 6 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 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö produces 165 hp (121 kW).

How fast does the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö?

The top speed of the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö is 205 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö has a combined fuel consumption of 10.5 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö have?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö sends power through the RWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö has a 2,316 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö produces 264 Nm of torque.

When was the Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö introduced?

The Volvo 940 Polar 2.3 T Malmö was introduced in 1996.