1985 Volvo 740/760
The 1985 Volvo 740/760 is listed in 7 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.3 L 4-cyl, 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4 L 6-cyl turbo diesel and 2.9 L 6-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 24 MPG (best: 9.8 L/100 km).
Model year1985
Versions7
ClassMidsize Cars
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740/760 | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17 / 20 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Midsize Cars |
| 740/760 | 2.3 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19 / 23 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Midsize Cars |
| 740/760 | 2.3 L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20 / 26 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Midsize Cars |
| 740/760 | 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17 / 23 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Midsize Cars |
| 740/760 | 2.4 L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | 21 / 24 / 23 | 10.2 | 443 | Midsize Cars |
| 740/760 | 2.4 L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Manual 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | 22 / 28 / 24 | 9.8 | 424 | Midsize Cars |
| 740/760 | 2.9 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 21 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Midsize Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1985 Volvo 740/760.