Images: Volvo 850 (1992-95)
Released in October 1992, the Volvo 850 was initially available as a mid-size sedan with wagon models following in October 1993. The front-wheel drive 850 was initially available in GLE and GLT variants which were powered by Volvo’s 2.4-litre inline five-cylinder B5252 and B2554 engines, respectively. In October 1993, turbocharged T-5 variants were introduced (with B5234T engines) and manual transmissions were offered for the GLE; visually, the post-October 1993 models could be identified by their redesigned headlights and bumpers. In October 1994, limited imports of the high-powered T-5R sedans commenced, the SE variant was released and sedans were fitted with new tail-lights lenses… Read full Volvo 850 review
Images: Volvo 850 (1995-97)
In October 1995, the Volvo 850 range was revised as the GLE variant was replaced by the S and the T-5R was discontinued. Other changes included a revised door lock system, new colours and OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostic) compliance. In May 1996, the T-5R effectively returned as the ‘R’ variant and, in September 1996, an ‘AWD’ wagon was released. The AWD wagon had an automatic all wheel drive system which utilised a viscous coupling. In normal conditions, drive was directed to the front wheels, but up to 50 per cent of the engine’s torque could be directed to the rear wheels if the front wheels lost traction.
