1987 Volvo 740/760
US · Midsize Cars
The 1987 Volvo 740/760 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (VOLVO760) (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: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (VOLVO760) (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.3 L to 2.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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.
- 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 2.8L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 2.8L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 740/760 Wagon · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 740/760 Wagon · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- 740/760 Wagon · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- 740/760 Wagon · 2.3L · RWD · 4-speed manual
Recalls
No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 8, 2026.
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 23, 2026
Data verified: October 23, 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 740/760
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.4L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 1988 Volvo 740/760
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((TURBO) (FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((GUZZLER) (FFS)) · RWD
22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1987 Volvo 740/760 have?
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((VOLVO760) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Volvo 740/760?
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 1987 Volvo 740/760 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1987 Volvo 740/760?
No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 8, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.