Volvo 850R Market Index1996-1997

About the Volvo 850R

The Volvo 850 R, manufactured worldwide between 1995 and 1997 as the pinnacle of the high-performance 850 range, permanently reshaped the Swedish brand's reputation from sensible family transport into a legitimate performance contender. Available in both sleek saloon and practical estate body styles, it built upon the legacy of the limited-edition T-5R by utilizing an upgraded turbocharged five-cylinder engine that delivered a distinctive, warbling exhaust note alongside serious front-wheel-drive power. The model also cemented a legendary status on local tarmac during the Super Touring era, where it was campaigned on Australian race tracks by icons like Peter Brock and Jim Richards. Today, the car enjoys an intensely dedicated buyer pool championed by passionate enthusiast communities, driving its modern desirability to new heights. Because pristine survivors are increasingly rare, the overall market value for this iconic nineties classic continues to climb steadily as collectors scramble to secure a genuine piece of touring car history.