Volvo 265. 1975 - 1985

History of the Volvo Car

When Volvo presented its news for the 1975 model year in August, the programme included a new version - the Volvo 265.

For the first time, Volvo was now able to offer an estate with a 6-cylinder engine. The Volvo 265 was based on the practical design of the 245 but in combination with the comfort of a 6-cylinder engine.

With the Volvo 265, Volvo further consolidated its position as one of the leading estate manufacturers.

Technical facts:
Prod. years:	1975-1985
Assembly:	Sweden: Torslanda (Torslandaverken) Sweden: Kalmar (VKA) Australia: Melbourne Belgium: Ghent (VCG) Canada: Halifax (VHA) Italy: Turin [N 1] Malaysia: Shah Alam (SMA)
Prod. volume:	35,061
Body style:	5-door estate
Engine:	2664 cc B27 (PRV) V6 2849 cc B28/B280 (PRV) V6
Transmission:	4-speed M45/M46 manual 5-speed M47 manual 3-speed BW35/BW55 automatic 4-speed AW70/AW71 automatic
Brakes:	Hydraulic, disc brakes on all four wheels
Dimensions:	Length 190.7 in (4,844 mm), width 67.7 in (1,720 mm), height 57.1 in (1,450 mm), wheelbase 104.3 in (2,649 mm), kerb weight 1,465 kg (3,230 lb).