Volvo C70 1997 2.4 T
Volvo C70 1997 2.4 petrol description
Cabrio Volvo C70 1997 2.4 T has been produced from May, 1999 to December, 2005. It has five-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 193 horsepower on 5100 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and MHI TD04HL turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 240 up to 410 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Volvo C70 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
Volvo C70 1997 2.4 T has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo C70 1997 2.4 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
Volvo C70 1997 2.4 T fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 16 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 68 litres or 17.97 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 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 C70 fuel consumption.

Volvo C70 1997 2.4 T technical data
Model: | Volvo C70 2.4 T | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 1999. May ... 2005. December | ||
Engine: | 2435 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 263 g/km |
Power: | 193 HP ON 5100 RPM | Torque: | 270 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) 16.0 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.8 l/100km (21.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres (18 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 2000 kg |
Volvo C70 1997 2.4 T engine B5244T
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
Compression ratio | 9 : 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 C70 1997 2.4 T oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) More service info |
Power | 193 HP ON 5100 RPM |
Torque | 270 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 3 years |
Engine also used on | Volvo V70 Volvo S70 |
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All Volvo C70 cabrio [1997 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volvo C70 1999 2.0 T Dec 1999 — Dec 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo C70 1999 2.0 T Dec 1999 — Dec 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 163 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Volvo C70 1997 2.0 20V | 2.0 Petrol | 180 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo C70 1997 2.0 20V Turbo | 2.0 Petrol | 225 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo C70 1997 2.0 20V Turbo | 2.0 Petrol | 225 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo C70 1999 2.3 T5
Mar 1999 — Mai 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo C70 1999 2.3 T5
Mar 1999 — Dec 2005 Most powerfull version (240 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 240 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Volvo C70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V
Most fuel efficient version |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo C70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V
Most fuel efficient version |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Volvo C70 1999 2.4 T
Mai 1999 — Mai 2004 Most fuel efficient version |
2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo C70 1999 2.4 T Mai 1999 — Dec 2005 | 2.4 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Volvo C70 2002 2.4 i 20V Jan 2002 — Dec 2005 | 2.4 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |