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Volvo Car UK Limited
Globe Park
Marlow
Buckinghamshire
SL7 1 YQ
Press Information
Tel: 0628 477977
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
5 January 1995
BEAUTY AND A BEAST
Stunning Volvo 850 T-5R for the limited few
A spectacular limited edition, based on Volvo's high performance 850 T-5
models is starring on the Volvo Stand at Autosports International alongside
the 1994 BTCC Volvo 850 estate racer.
Finished in head-turning cream yellow, the new 850 T -5R is powered by a
2.3-litre turbocharged engine which produces a massive 240bhp compared
with the standard T -5's 225bhp.
And it sets a pace that leaves many `performance' cars trailing in its wake,
reaching 62mph from rest in just 6.9 seconds and running to a top speed
that is limited to 155mph.
Exclusivity is also standard in the 850 T-5R package with just 2,500
examples of the car available worldwide, with a mere 200 of those
earmarked for UK customers.
Modified Turbo
At the heart of the car is a modified turbocharging system for the
five-cylinder engine which gives an increased boost for no more than 30
seconds. The smoothness and flexibility of the standard 850 T-5 has not
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been sacrificed though, ensuring that the T -5R is a pleasure to drive in all traffic
conditions.
In addition to the eyecatching exterior paintwork, the T -5R gains a lower, more
aggressive front spoiler and foglamps as standard, whilst the 17" graphite grey alloy
wheels shod with Pirelli P-Zero tyres are obviously inspired by Volvo's involvement
in BTCC racing.
This wheel and tyre combination, along with lowered suspension and stiffer springs,
ensure that the T -SR has a handling package that places driver enjoyment firmly to
the fore.
But like all Volvo's the T -SR can also seat five people in comfort and offers an
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mpressive list of standard safety features including ABS, driver's side airbag,
integrated rear child seat, five three-point safety belts and Volvo's unique SIPS (side
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mpact protection system) and SIPS airbag.
Leather and wood trim
The interior of the T -5R also reflects its limited edition status. The dark grey leather
seats are trimmed with a suede-like material called Amaretta, as are the door panels
and steering wheel.
Wood inlays in specially black-tinted walnut surround the instruments, gear lever and
centre console to add to the car's air of exclusivity. A final touch are the black floor
mats with the T -5R logo stitched in yellow.
Apart from the choice of saloon and estate versions, customers for the T -SR can also
order either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic gearbox.
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Most of the cars scheduled to reach UK customers are already sold to enthusiasts and
collectors.
Prices are £27,800 for the saloon and £28,840 for the estate.
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850 T-5R SPECIFICATION
Output:
240bhp at 5600 rpm
Torque:
300 Nm at 2000 - 5600 rpm
Cylinders:
5
Bore
81 mm
Stroke
90 mm
Cubic capacity
2319
Compression ratio
8.5:1
No of valves
20
Top speed
155 mph
0-62 mph
6.9 seconds (Saloon)
7.0 seconds
(Estate)
Fuel Consumption
Urban
56mph
75mph
Manual
21.9 mpg
40.0 mpg
33.2 mpg
Automatic
19.9 mpg
42.8 mpg
33.6 mpg
Prices
850 T -5R Saloon
£27,800
850T-5R Estate
£28,840
Standard Equipment
Electric glass sunroof
Electric memory front seats
TRACE
5 spoke 17" alloy wheels with 205/45ZR tyres
SIPS bag
Front bumper with integrated spoiler
Rear spoiler (Saloon only)
Roof rails (Estate only)
Luggage net (Estate only)
Load compensating suspension (Estate only)
Interior
Grey leather and suede upholstery/black walnut dash
Optional Equipment
Passenger airbag
£300
Automatic transmission
£935
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