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Volvo 940 Generation

Years1990–1996
BodySedan
Variants36

The Volvo 940 Generation is a sedan, produced 1990–1996. This generation includes 36 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 82 to 165 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 9 seconds. All variants in this generation use REAR WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Volvo 940 1990 front view

Volvo 940 Generation36 variants

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Volvo 940 Turbo
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
165hp / 121 kW
-s
-l/100km
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Volvo 940 Turbo
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
165hp / 121 kW
9.0s
9.9l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL 2.0i Turbo
1,986 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
155hp / 114 kW
9.7s
9.9l/100km
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Volvo 940 GLE 16V
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
155hp / 114 kW
-s
-l/100km
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Volvo 940 GLE 16V
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
155hp / 114 kW
10.0s
10.1l/100km
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Volvo 940 2.3i Turbo Malmö
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
11.0s
10.3l/100km
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Volvo 940 2.3i Turbo Malmö
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
10.5s
9.7l/100km
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Volvo 940 2.3i Turbo
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
11.0s
10.3l/100km
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Volvo 940 2.3i Turbo
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
10.5s
9.7l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i Turbo Royal
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
11.0s
10.3l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i Turbo Royal
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
10.0s
9.7l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i Turbo
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
11.0s
10.3l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i Turbo
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
135hp / 99 kW
10.0s
9.7l/100km
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Volvo 940 GLE 2.3i
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
131hp / 96 kW
12.0s
10.2l/100km
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Volvo 940 GLE 2.3i
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
131hp / 96 kW
11.5s
9.7l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL 2.3i
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
131hp / 96 kW
12.0s
10.2l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL 2.3i
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
131hp / 96 kW
12.0s
10.2l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
131hp / 96 kW
12.0s
10.2l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
131hp / 96 kW
11.5s
9.7l/100km
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Volvo 940 GLE Turbo Diesel i.c.
2,383 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
12.0s
7.8l/100km
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Volvo 940 GLE Turbo Diesel i.c.
2,383 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL Turbo Diesel i.c.
2,383 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
12.0s
7.8l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL Turbo Diesel i.c.
2,383 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar Turbo Diesel i.c. Royal
2,384 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
12.0s
7.8l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar Turbo Diesel i.c. Royal
2,384 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar Turbo Diesel i.c.
2,384 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
12.0s
7.8l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar Turbo Diesel i.c.
2,384 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
122hp / 90 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i Royal
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
13.0s
9.8l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i Royal
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
12.0s
9.4l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i
2,316 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
13.0s
9.8l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.3i
2,316 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
116hp / 85 kW
12.0s
9.4l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL 2.0i
1,986 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
112hp / 82 kW
13.0s
9.4l/100km
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Volvo 940 Polar 2.0i
1,986 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
112hp / 82 kW
13.0s
9.4l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL Turbo Diesel
2,383 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
109hp / 80 kW
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-l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL Turbo Diesel
2,383 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
109hp / 80 kW
12.0s
7.6l/100km
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Volvo 940 GL Diesel
2,383 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
82hp / 60 kW
16.5s
7.5l/100km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Volvo 940 (1990-1996)?

The Volvo 940 (1990-1996) is a sedan. All 36 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Volvo 940 (1990-1996) have?

The Volvo 940 (1990-1996) has 36 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Volvo 940 (1990-1996) produced?

The Volvo 940 (1990-1996) was produced 1990–1996. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Volvo 940 (1990-1996)?

The Volvo 940 (1990-1996) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.