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1997 VOLVO 960

2 trims available · 19 MPG · 181 HP

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1997 HIGHLIGHTS

Best Value

Base

Best score/price ratio

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Best Fuel Economy

Base

19 MPG combined

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Most Powerful

Base

181 HP

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Full History Report

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Trim Levels

ALL 1997 VOLVO 960 TRIMS

Base

Top Rated
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Body

Sedan

MPG

19

HP

181

Drive

rear wheel drive

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Base

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Body

Wagon

MPG

19

HP

181

Drive

rear wheel drive

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At a Glance

KEY SPECS

Body Type

Sedan, Wagon

MPG Range

19 MPG

HP Range

181 HP

Fuel Type

regular unleaded

Drive Type

rear wheel drive

Towing

3,300 lbs

Specs: NHTSA vPIC databaseSafety: NHTSA Complaints & RecallsFuel economy: EPAMyCar Score™: mycarneedsthis.com independent rating

Dimensions & Comfort

SPACE & COMFORT

Based on the top-rated 1997 960 trim.

Exterior Dimensions

Length

191.8 in

Width

68.9 in

Height

56.6 in

Wheelbase

109.1 in

Interior Dimensions

Front Headroom

37.4 in

Front Legroom

41 in

Rear Headroom

36.9 in

Rear Legroom

34.7 in

Cargo & Capacity

Cargo Space

16.6 cu ft

Towing

3,300 lbs

Curb Weight

3,461 lbs

Safety & Warranty

PROTECTION & COVERAGE

Safety Ratings

1997 Volvo 960 4-DR.

NHTSA Overall

Not tested by NHTSA

Frontal Crash

Not tested by NHTSA

Side Crash

Not tested by NHTSA

Side Pole

Not tested by NHTSA

Rollover

Not tested by NHTSA

Open Recalls

None found

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. nhtsa.gov/ratings

Family & Safety

IS THIS A GOOD FAMILY CAR?

Rear Seat Space

Tight

Rear headroom: 36.9

Rear legroom: 34.7

Car Seat Usability

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    LATCH System

    LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) is required on all US vehicles from 2003 onward.

    Check owner's manual for LATCH anchor availability.

    Cargo & Stroller Space

    16.6 cu ft

    Fits most full-size strollers

    Common Questions

    1997 VOLVO 960 FAQ

    How many recalls does a 1997 Volvo 960 have?

    The 1997 Volvo 960 has no open recalls on record with NHTSA.

    What is the fuel economy of a 1997 Volvo 960?

    The 1997 Volvo 960 gets 19 MPG combined.

    What is the best 1997 Volvo 960 trim to buy used?

    Based on MyCar Score™ ratings, the Base trim scores highest at 67.1 out of 100, balancing value, fuel economy, and specifications.

    Is the 1997 Volvo 960 a good used car?

    The 1997 Volvo 960 has an average MyCar Score™ of 67 out of 100. MyCar Score™ weighs NHTSA safety ratings, recall history, fuel economy, and value. This is a competitive score for the segment.