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850 Sedan Overview


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Rich in performance and safety technology, Volvo's family of 850 sports sedans translates innovative and sophisticated design solutions into an extraordinary level of driving pleasure. From the spirited, normally aspirated 5-cylinder to the high performance turbocharged, intercooled Turbo, the 850 series of sports sedans delivers both power and balanced performance.

The road hugging chassis design corners with authority. Featuring Volvo's patented Delta-link semi-independent rear suspension, it provides all the benefits of front wheel drive with extraordinary cornering prowess and sure tracking.

Finely appointed to please those whose enthusiasm extends more to a passion for personal comfort, the 850 interior surrounds driver and passengers alike with a wealth of amenities. The distinctive cabin design offers Volvo's renowned seating construction covered in plush fabrics or supple leather, handsomely offset against sculpted shapes and contoured panels.

With performance to spare, Volvo's signature comfort and comprehensive safety engineering delivers the perfect balance of performance and control that defines the 850 driving experience.

With clean lines of sight, ergonomic efficiency and the confident feel of a driver's car, the 850 cockpit positions the driver at the focus of feedback, control and action. The tilt/telescope steering wheel together with the fully adjustable driver's seat permits the driving position to be tailored for optimum comfort and response.

A spacious, fully appointed five-place cabin affords a distinctive driving environment distinguished by its unity of creature comforts and functional design. Doors swing wide for easy entry. Orthopedically inspired seating design and construction reward driver and passengers alike with exceptional comfort.

Designed to meet the distinctive demands of individual tastes, the 850 features a broad array of option packages and models. Choices range from the 850 Sports Sedan through the performance oriented Turbo to the exclusivity of the Platinum Limited Edition.