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Volvo 242 Wheel Size
The Volvo 242 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 14x5.5 inches for Coupe in 1981.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Coupe | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| 1980 | Coupe | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| 1979 | Coupe | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| 1976 | Coupe | — | 14x5 inches | — | 14x5 inches | |
| 1975 | Coupe | — | 14x5 inches | — | 14x5 inches | |
Volvo 242 Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Volvo 242 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $2,090 and going to $3,300 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Coupe | 2.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN & O/D | $2,090 | $3,300 | |
| 1980 | Coupe | 2.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN & O/D | — | — | |
| 1979 | Coupe | 2.3L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN & O/D | — | — | |
| 1976 | Coupe | 2.1L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | — | — | |
| 1975 | Coupe | 2.1L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN | — | — | |
Volvo 242 Dimensions
The dimensions of the Volvo 242 Coupe vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Coupe | 1435x1710x4898 mm | 140 mm | |
| 1980 | Coupe | 1435x1710x4898 mm | 140 mm | |
| 1979 | Coupe | 1435x1710x4898 mm | 140 mm | |
| 1976 | Coupe | 1430x1710x4900 mm | 140 mm | |
| 1975 | Coupe | 1430x1710x4900 mm | 140 mm | |
Volvo 242 Towing Capacity
The Volvo 242 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Coupe | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 1980 | Coupe | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 1979 | Coupe | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 1976 | Coupe | 1200kg | 1200kg | |
| 1975 | Coupe | 1200kg | 1200kg | |
Volvo 242 Fuel Consumption
The Volvo 242 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Leaded fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 11.5L/100km for Coupe /Leaded for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Coupe | 11.5L/100km | 2.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN & O/D | |
| 1980 | Coupe | 11.5L/100km | 2.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN & O/D | |
| 1979 | Coupe | 11.5L/100km | 2.3L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN & O/D | |
| 1976 | Coupe | — | 2.1L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1975 | Coupe | — | 2.1L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
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