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Volvo 760 Kombi (704,765) 2.4 TD Interc. (765) (116 Hp)
Overall Rating
Volvo 760:
The Volvo 700 series is a range of executive cars produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo Cars from 1982 to 1992. The 700 series was introduced in 1982 with the premium 760 models, followed two years later by the more basic 740s, which benefited from the 760's prestige, while sharing the same bodywork. The 700 series was then gradually replaced, beginning in 1990, by the 900 series. The 700, designed by Jan Wilsgaard, was originally to have been a replacement for the 200 series, but production of that model continued until the early nineties. The expensive 780, a Bertone-designed coupé version, entered production in 1986 and departed without a direct successor only four years later....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Kombi (704,765) Overview:
Volvo 760 (Kombi (704,765)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 TD Interc. (765) (116 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power and good low-end torque, making it a capable cruiser for long distances. Not a performance engine, but reliable for its time.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a large diesel estate of its era, especially on highway runs, but can be thirsty in city traffic.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional comfort and spacious interior
- • Robust and durable build quality
- • Classic, distinctive styling
- • Excellent safety features for its era
- • Practical and versatile estate body
Cons:
- • Dated technology and driving dynamics
- • High fuel consumption, especially with V6 engines
- • Some engine-specific reliability concerns (e.g., PRV V6 head gaskets)
- • Not particularly agile or sporty to drive
- • Parts can be challenging to source for some components
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Kombi (704,765): 1985 - 1988).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | 760 |
| Generation: | Kombi (704,765) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 TD Interc. (765) (116 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 116 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | D24TIC More details about the engine D24TIC |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.2 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
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