1994 Volvo 850 Review
1994 Volvo 850 Review
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What’s new
Turbo model debuts with 222-horsepower, 2.3-liter five-cylinder engine, and a wagon body style is introduced with standard integrated child seat. Warranty is upped to four years/50,000 miles.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1994 Volvo 850 GLTS 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$194/mo for 850 GLTS
850 GLTS
vs
$176/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1994 Volvo 850.
5 star(40%)
4 star(49%)
3 star(9%)
2 star(2%)
1 star(0%)
55 reviews
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4.75 out of 5 stars
Best Car I've Ever Owned
kfluharty, 08/08/2013
1994 Volvo 850 GLTS 4dr Wagon
Don't let the miles scare you when you are looking for a used Volvo. Mine had 152,000 miles on it when I bought it. Just passed 230,000 and this thing still runs and drives like a new car. She's built like a tank. Regular maintenance and the odd sensor or ball joint and this thing will run forever. FOLLOW THE VOLVO RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE!! I bought this car used 3 years ago … after it was recommended by 3 different people. I have owned over 25 cars including Hondas, Toyotas, Nissans, Jeeps, a Ford, several GM products, and a BMW and this one is BY FAR the best vehicle I've ever owned. My friends kept telling me "Once you own a Volvo, you'll never own another car. They were right.
3.75 out of 5 stars
A Good Car...all in all
Joe, 05/12/2010
1994 Volvo 850 GLTS 4dr Wagon
has 137k, bought with 103k. Problems: - Throttle body hose, mass airflow meter, and spark plugs (about $700) at 129k - New ceramic brakes and rotors ($475) -New wiper/cruise control stock (replaced on my own at $35) Benefits: - Very comfortable car, perfect for long trips! - 26-30mpg highway - Rear seats fold flat...and passenger seat. It can sleep somebody in there!
4.63 out of 5 stars
Take care of it & it will take care of U
Sinika, 09/18/2006
1994 Volvo 850 Turbo 4dr Wagon
I bought my 850 turbo wagon brand new in 93 and have put 195,374 fun filled miles on it in the past 13 years. I have religiously maintained it as instructed by the owner's manual and have had no major problems with it. Most of the reviews Ive read about this car were given by people who bought one used and obviously did not have their mechanic look it over before purchasing. As long … as you take care of this car, it will take care of you. I have changed the oil regularly and I use mobil one synthetic exclusively. The only major repairs Ive had to perform is replacing an a/c evaporator @ 132,000 miles. Other than that, Ive only had to replace the usual wear & tear items,tires,filters,etc
5 out of 5 stars
Great car
seashell, 10/20/2004
1994 Volvo 850 GLT 4dr Sedan
I bought the car because of the safety
features. Luckily they've never been
tested. The drivers seat is the most
comfortable seat as was my 240. It
gets decent mileage 22 to 25 (includes
some highway driving). I don't like
the price of the 30K service work but
it's never let me down. The finish has
held up great with waxing twice a
year. The antenna has gotten … bent in
car washes and had to be replaced. I
wish the new ones had as much room. I
do ocassionally have to tighten the nut
on the windshield washer arm. Overall
it has been good to me.
1994 850 Highlights
Sedan
Base
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 19 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $208/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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