Free Volvo 245 VIN Decoder

Decode your Volvo 245 VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 8 variants (1975–1990). No registration.

1975–1990 8 variants Estate PetrolDiesel

Volvo 245 specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each 245 variant in our database.

Variant	Years	Fuel	Engine	Power	Gearbox	Drive	CO₂
2.1L Turbo 5MT RWD (155 HP)	1975–1990	Petrol	2.1 L	153 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	RWD	—
2.3L 4AT RWD (131 HP)	1975–1990	Petrol	2.3 L	129 bhp	AUTOMATIC 4sp	RWD	—
2.3L 5MT RWD (131 HP)	1975–1990	Petrol	2.3 L	129 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	RWD	—
2.1L 5MT RWD (123 HP)	1975–1990	Petrol	2.1 L	121 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	RWD	—
2.3L 5MT RWD (112 HP)	1975–1990	Petrol	2.3 L	110 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	RWD	—
2.1L 4MT RWD (107 HP)	1975–1990	Petrol	2.1 L	106 bhp	MANUAL 4sp	RWD	—
2.0L 4MT RWD (97 HP)	1975–1990	Petrol	2.0 L	95 bhp	MANUAL 4sp	RWD	—
2.4L D 5MT RWD (82 HP)	1975–1990	Diesel	2.4 L	80 bhp	MANUAL 5sp	RWD	—

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Volvo 245 VIN FAQ

What does a Volvo 245 VIN tell you?+

A Volvo 245 VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.

Where is the VIN on a Volvo 245?+

Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).

What years was the Volvo 245 made?+

Our database covers the Volvo 245 for model years 1975–1990, across 8 variants.

Is the Volvo 245 VIN check free?+

Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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