1985 Volvo 240
US · Compact Cars
The 1985 Volvo 240 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: 4-speed automatic, 4-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.1 L to 2.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 240 DL/GL/turbo · 2.1L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 240 DL/GL/turbo · 2.1L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 240 DL/GL/turbo · 2.1L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 240 DL/GL/turbo · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 240 DL/GL/turbo · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 240 DL/GL/turbo Wagon · 2.1L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 240 DL/GL/turbo Wagon · 2.1L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 240 DL/GL/turbo Wagon · 2.1L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 240 DL/GL/turbo Wagon · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 240 DL/GL/turbo Wagon · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.
86V129000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
IN THE EVENT OF A LOW SPEED FRONTAL IMPACT, ENGINE MOVEMENT COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE CABLE SLEEVE TO BE PULLED OUT OF THE ADJUSTING FITTING AND NOT RETURN TO ITS ORIGINAL POSITION OR IDLE POSITION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THIS OCCURS AN INCREASE IN ENGINE SPEED WOULD RESULT, MAKING CAR…
Remedy: REPLACE THROTTLE CABLES.
Reported September 15, 1986. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 24, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 24, 2026
Data verified: October 24, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1986 Volvo 240
Gasoline
2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) - 1984 Volvo 240
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.3L 4-cylinder, 2.4L 6-cylinder ((DIESEL)), 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder (CA model)
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1985 Volvo 240 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1985 Volvo 240?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1985 Volvo 240 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1985 Volvo 240?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.