Volvo S90 first generation

Volvo S90 first generation
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The Volvo S90 first generation (1997–1998): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: P90 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth America
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)453 L EPA
Passenger space (EPA)2,577 L EPA

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: US EPA fuel economy data.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

32 complaints for model years 1997–1998. 4 crashes · 2 injuries

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 3 versions of the Volvo S90 first generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
19982MODE CLKUP2.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1997(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP2.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1998Compact2.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.8 L/100 km 5-cycle294 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.