When you think of wagons, Volvo is usually the first brand that comes in mind and with good reason.
The Swedish company has built its reputation on boxy, practical estates during the last six decades, selling more than six million units worldwide.
This represents around a third of the total number of Volvos sold since the company’s birth in 1927 with this entire heritage benefiting the company’s newest estate, the Volvo V90 which is scheduled for reveal on February 18.
“We have provenance in the estate segment,” said Håkan Samuelsson, chief executive at Volvo Cars. “In many people’s minds we are known as the definitive estate brand. While the Volvo brand stands for much more than just estates, we will proudly carry forward this rich heritage with the V90.”
So, how about we take a look at some of the brand’s most iconic estate models that helped shape its history?
1953 Volvo Duett
Launched in 1953, the Volvo Duett was the first wagon model of the company and one of the first to arrive at the US market.
1962 Volvo 221 Amazon
The Duett’s successor was a much more refined and elegant wagon while it also offered a bigger boot and a split-rear hatch
1971 Volvo 1800 ES
One of the most known shooting brake models in history, the 1800 ES offered ample space for golf clubs in the back while retaining a sporty character.
1974 Volvo 245
Perhaps the most iconic Volvo estate of them all, the 245 remained for almost 20 years in production and it was also the first wagon with a turbo engine in the form of the 245 Turbo.
1990 Volvo 960
The last rear-wheel drive Volvo featured smoother lines and enough space inside to fit a house. In 1996 the name was changed to V90, with the name now making a strong comeback.
1994 Volvo 850 T5-R
The limited, crazy 240hp wagon could accelerate from 0 to 62mph in just 6.9 seconds, making it one serious performance car of its era. The bright yellow paintjob helped in making it even more iconic while racing versions participated in the BTCC.
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