Volvo S70 1996 2.5

Volvo S70 1996 2.4 petrol description

Sedan Volvo S70 1996 2.5 has been produced from January, 1997 to May, 1999. It has five-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 144 horsepower on 5400 rpm and torque 206 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 revolutions per minute.

This 5-cylinder 10-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Volvo S70 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.

Volvo S70 1996 2.5 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo S70 1996 2.5 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.

Volvo S70 1996 2.5 fuel consumption is 10 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volvo is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Volvo S70 fuel consumption.

Volvo S70 safety

During safety testing Volvo S70 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volvo S70 is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volvo S70 got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Volvo S70 version with automatic gearbox (Volvo S70 1997 2.4 2.5 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.4 seconds later (in 10.6 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 10.3 litres per 100 km.
Volvo S70 2.4 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Volvo S70 1996

Volvo S70 1996 2.5 technical data

Model: Volvo S70 2.5
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1997. January ... 1999. May 
Engine: 2435 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 144 HP ON 5400 RPM Torque: 206 NM ON 3600 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 205 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.0 (combined) 13.4 (urban) 8.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10 l/100km (23.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.72m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.39m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 470 litres
Gross weight: 1890 kg

Volvo S70 1996 2.5 engine B5252S

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2435 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

More service info
Fuel system Injection
Volvo S70 1996 2.5 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts)
Power 144 HP ON 5400 RPM
Torque 206 NM ON 3600 RPM
Start of production (year) 1994
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Volvo V70 Volvo 850

All Volvo S70 sedan [1996 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volvo S70 1997 2.0 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.0 Petrol 126 HP 10.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.0 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.0 Petrol 126 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1996 2.0 T 20 V 2.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1996 2.0 T 20 V 2.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1996 2.0 20V Turbo 2.0 Petrol 226 HP 11.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1996 2.0 20V Turbo 2.0 Petrol 226 HP 11.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.3 T-5 Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.3 R Apr 1997 — Mai 1999 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.3 T-5 Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.3 T-5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.3 Petrol 241 HP 11.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.3 T-5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.3 Petrol 241 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.3 R Apr 1997 — Mai 1999

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds

2.3 Petrol 250 HP 11.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 Dec 1999 — Jun 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.4 Petrol 140 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 Dec 1999 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 140 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.4 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.4 Petrol 144 HP 10.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.4 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 144 HP 10.3 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 10.5 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 Dec 1999 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 10.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 Dec 1999 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.4 2.5 T Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 T Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 2.4 2.5 T Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 T Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 T AWD Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 10.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.4 T AWD Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Volvo S70 1997 TDI 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.5 Diesel 140 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.5 D Dec 1999 — Jun 2000

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.5 Diesel 140 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1997 TDI 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.5 Diesel 140 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1999 2.5 D Dec 1999 — Jun 2000 2.5 Diesel 140 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo S70 1996 reviews
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