Volvo 740 16-Valve

19901990 · 2 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
19

The Volvo 740 16-Valve has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 1990 through 1990. Over this period, the 740 16-Valve has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 19 MPG, with an overall average of 19 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG

Historical Efficiency

1990
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (740 16-Valve) 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 740 16-Valve. 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 740 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
7
Total Deaths
6

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
28.6%
DUI Involved
14.3%
Primary Impact Zone

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

60%
Front
40%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1990
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory