Volvo V90 I
The Volvo V90 I (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, Canada, European Union, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,860 mm Traficom | – |
| Width | 1,750 mm Traficom | – |
| Height | 1,460–1,470 mm RDW | – |
| Wheelbase | 2,770 mm RDW | – |
| Front track | 1,502 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,515 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,592–1,609 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,692–1,709 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,100 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,800 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 1,019 L EPA |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,605 L EPA |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 205 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 260–267 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/65R15, 205/55R15, 205/55R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
11 complaints for model years 1997–1998. 1 crash · 1 injury
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 V90 I
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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19982MODE CLKUP | 2.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1997(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP | 2.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998Station wagon: Small | 2.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 294 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.