Model year guide

1990 Volvo 240

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1990 Volvo 240 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1990 Volvo 240 at a glance

Combined19–21 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1990 Volvo 240 MPG & running costs

Combined19–21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,342
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,708 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1990 Volvo 240 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,710
Fuel only$16,710
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1990 Volvo 240 vehicles on record

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1990 Volvo 240 — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 1990 Volvo 240 get?

The 1990 Volvo 240 has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.