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D5 850 1995

posted by  someone claiming to be John on  Fri Sep 13 13:27 CST 2002 [RELATED]

I think Brandon made a mention of the new Volvo D5 Diesel. VW is currently selling their TDI (Turbo Direct Injection) which get 50 + MPG. They are available in the Jetta, Bug, and Golf. They have been selling out since their introduction in 1996 with the Passat which I had in a TDI. Right now there is a 6 month plus waiting list on the new diesels.

Mercedes has confirmed plans to bring their new direct injection diesel to the US by 2004. www.dieselforum.org. Plus I received confirmation from MB USA.


I have also been asking Volvo about the D5 and they confirmed plans that the D5, yes thats right the new diesel will be available in the states by 2004 and 2005. This will run in conjunction with the lower sulpher diesel fuel that will become available. This car will pass emissions today and lets not forget that diesel emmite less hydro carbons and 50-70% less CO2.
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The D5 in V70 wagon form gets 65 MPG on the highway. You can check Volvos site and do the conversion plus I can tell you from personal driving experience.


To answer your question my 850 5 speed averages 31-32 on the highway 27-28 in mixed driving. I would say you are doing oka for mileage.

John,,,waiting for a D5





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