Volvo 850 1994 TDI 2.5

Volvo 850 1994 2.5 diesel description

Sedan Volvo 850 1994 TDI 2.5 has been produced from March, 1996 to January, 1997. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 140 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 290 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 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 and KKK K14 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 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 850 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6 litres.

Volvo 850 1994 TDI 2.5 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo 850 1994 TDI 2.5 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volvo 850 1994 TDI 2.5 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Volvo 850 1994 - 1997 version, fuel consumption in city - 9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 73 litres or 19.29 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1100 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1400 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volvo is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Volvo 850 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Volvo 850 version with automatic gearbox (Volvo 850 1996 TDI 2.5 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.8 seconds later (in 10.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 7.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km.
Volvo 850 2.5 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Volvo 850 1994

Volvo 850 1994 TDI 2.5 technical data

Model: Volvo 850 TDI 2.5
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1996. March ... 1997. January 
Engine: 2461 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 140 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 290 NM ON 1900 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.6 (combined) 9.0 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100km (35.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 73 litres (19.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.67m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 445 litres
Gross weight: 1960 kg

Volvo 850 1994 TDI 2.5 engine D5252T

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 2460 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 95.5 mm
Compression ratio 20.5 : 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 850 1994 TDI 2.5 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 6 litres (6.3 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 12 litres (12.7 quarts)
Power 140 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 290 NM ON 1900 RPM
Start of production (year) 1995
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on Volvo V70 Volvo S80 Volvo S70

All Volvo 850 sedan [1994 - 1997] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volvo 850 1994 2.0i Nov 1994 — Jan 1997

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 126 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 2.0i Nov 1994 — Jan 1997

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 126 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 2.0i Nov 1994 — Jan 1997 2.0 Petrol 126 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1994 2.0i Nov 1994 — Jan 1997 2.0 Petrol 126 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1994 T-5 2.3i Turbo 20V 2.3 Petrol 226 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 T-5 2.3i Turbo 20V 2.3 Petrol 226 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1994 T-5R 2.3i Turbo 20V Jul 1994 — Jan 1996 2.3 Petrol 240 HP - Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 T-5R 2.3i Turbo 20V Jul 1994 — Jan 1996 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1996 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Jan 1996 — Jan 1997 2.3 Petrol 241 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1996 R 2.3i Turbo 20V Jan 1996 — Jan 1997

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds

2.3 Petrol 250 HP 10.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.4 Petrol 144 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 2.4 Petrol 144 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.4 Petrol 170 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.4 Petrol 170 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1994 2.4 2.5i 20V 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1996 2.4 2.5i T 20V Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 10.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1996 2.4 2.5i T 20V Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 11.1 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1996 TDI 2.5 Mar 1996 — Jan 1997

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.5 Diesel 140 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Volvo 850 1996 TDI 2.5 Mai 1996 — Jan 1997 2.5 Diesel 140 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volvo 850 1994 reviews
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