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Vincent Aubé
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Volvo 850 familiale (ou Estate)
Volvo 850 familiale (ou Estate) | Photo: Volvo

Volvo 850 Estate 
It’s been a long while since the 850 last rolled off the assembly line, and the Swedish automaker’s wagons are known for their refrigerator-like aerodynamics. Yet, the 850 Estate could slice through the air more easily than the sedan, and it definitely stood out in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). 

Under the hood was a naturally aspirated 2.0L inline 5-cylinder engine producing 290 horsepower. A sequential gearbox completed the package.

 

Vincent Aubé
Vincent Aubé
Automotive expert
  • Over 17 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 60 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 200 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists