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Volvo 740

1989–1992 · 20 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
20
Best
22
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The Volvo 740 has been tested by the EPA across 20 different configurations spanning model years 1989 through 1992. Over this period, the 740 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 22 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1992
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300172018MPG
1992
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182620MPG
1991
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300172018MPG
1991
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
1991
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
1991
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182320MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182320MPG
1990
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,850192621MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300172118MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,150172419MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$3,150162419MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182320MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,850192621MPG
1989
2.3L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,850182521MPG

Historical Efficiency

1992
20
1991
22
1990
21
1989
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (740) 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. 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
11
Total Deaths
11

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.1%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
18.2%
DUI Involved
9.1%
Primary Impact Zone

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

56%
Front
33%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2015
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.50
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1990
1
1989
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory