1986 Volvo 240

US · Compact Cars

The 1986 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: 4-speed automatic, 4-speed manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS)

Combined Economy

20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

4-speed automatic, 4-speed manual

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement	2.3 L
Cylinders	4
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	4
Drivetrain	RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

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

1985 Volvo 240
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 2.1L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
1987 Volvo 240
Gasoline
2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1986 Volvo 240 have?

2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1986 Volvo 240?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1986 Volvo 240 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1986 Volvo 240?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.