Volvo 740 Series MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Volvo 740 Series model year from 1989 to 1992 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the 740 Series has been offered with 2.3L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 1991 (up to 22 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Volvo 740 Series fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 18–20 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1991 | 18–22 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1990 | 18–21 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1989 | 18–21 MPG | 2.3L 4-cyl | — | — |
1992 Volvo 740 Series: engines & MPG
The 1992 740 Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.3L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
1991 Volvo 740 Series: engines & MPG
The 1991 740 Series was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.3L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
1990 Volvo 740 Series: engines & MPG
The 1990 740 Series was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.3L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 18 MPG |
1989 Volvo 740 Series: engines & MPG
The 1989 740 Series was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.3L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| 740 | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Volvo 740 Series get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the 740 Series range from 20 to 22 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 1991 model year.
What engines does the 1992 Volvo 740 Series have?
The 1992 740 Series was EPA-rated with 2.3L 4-cyl engines — see the 1992 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Volvo 740 Series require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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