1993 Volvo 940

US · Midsize Cars

The 1993 Volvo 940 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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)
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS)

Combined Economy

19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

4-speed automatic

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 2.3L 4-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement	2.3 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	4
Drivetrain	RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway	22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

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 6, 2026.

93V074000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
PLASTIC HOOD INSULATION CLIP(S) WAS(WERE) INADVERTENTLY DROPPED INTO THE HOSE BETWEEN THE CHARGE AIR COOLER AND THE THROTTLE HOUSING WHICH CAN INTERFERE WITH THE THROTTLE OPERATION.
Remedy: CHECK FOR INSULATION CLIPS IN THE HOSE BETWEEN THE CHARGE AIR COOLER AND THE THROTTLE HOUSING, AND REMOVE IF FOUND.
Reported April 28, 1993. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 11, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 11, 2026

Data verified: November 11, 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

1992 Volvo 940
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
1994 Volvo 940
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.3L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1993 Volvo 940 have?

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

What is the fuel economy of the 1993 Volvo 940?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1993 Volvo 940 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

Are there recalls for the 1993 Volvo 940?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.