Volvo 850

19931997 · 15 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
20
Best
21

The Volvo 850 has been tested by the EPA across 15 different configurations spanning model years 1993 through 1997. Over this period, the 850 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

1997
21
1996
21
1995
21
1994
21
1993
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (850) 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 850. 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 850 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
49
Total Deaths
40

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
10.2%
Fire Occurrence
2.0%
Speeding Involved
16.3%
DUI Involved
26.5%
Primary Impact Zone

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

74%
Front
23%
Side
3%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
1.40
2018
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2017
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2016
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
1.14
2015
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2014
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

1997
1
1996
1
1995
1
1994
2
1993
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory