Model year guide

1996 Volvo 960

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1996 Volvo 960 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1996 Volvo 960 — representative photo
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1996 Volvo 960 at a glance

Owner complaints72
Combined19 mpg

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

1996 Volvo 960 common problems

Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

1996 Volvo 960 MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,350

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1996 Volvo 960 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,750
Fuel only$21,750
Per mile$0.29

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.

1996 Volvo 960 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base

1996 Volvo 960 vehicles on record

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Other Volvo 960 model years

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1996 Volvo 960 — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Volvo 960?

Owners have filed 72 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 1996 Volvo 960 get?

The 1996 Volvo 960 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (16 city / 24 highway).

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