Volvo 850 vs. Volvo V70
When we compare the Volvo 850's and the Volvo V70's specifications and ratings, The Volvo V70 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Volvo 850 and Volvo V70 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Volvo 850's and the Volvo V70's specifications and ratings, the Volvo V70 is a better car than the Volvo 850.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo 850’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the Volvo V70 base engine makes 235 horsepower. Both the 850 and the V70 are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 494 and 500 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$3,569 - $14,840
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volvo 850 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo V70 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo 850 Rankings
Not yet available
Volvo V70 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo 850 Trim Levels
Base, GLT Turbo, R Turbo, T5 Turbo
Volvo V70 Trim Levels
3.2, 3.2 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
33.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
131.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3232 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
60.6 inches
Length:
189.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R16