Volvo 240

19901993 · 12 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
20
Best
21

The Volvo 240 has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 1990 through 1993. Over this period, the 240 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 20 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

1993
21
1992
21
1991
21
1990
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (240) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Volvo 240. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Volvo Volvo 240 series*/DL/GL/GLT grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
21
Total Deaths
10

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
4.8%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
9.5%
DUI Involved
9.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

80%
Front
13%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2016
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2015
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2014
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67