Volvo S70 1996 2.5 20V
Volvo S70 1996 2.4 petrol description
Sedan Volvo S70 1996 2.5 20V 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 170 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 4700 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
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 20V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo S70 1996 2.5 20V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volvo S70 1996 2.5 20V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.5 litres per 100km (9.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 15 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 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 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.
Volvo S70 1996 2.5 20V technical data
| Model: | Volvo S70 2.5 20V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1997. January ... 1999. May | ||
| Engine: | 2435 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 6100 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 4700 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.5 (combined) 15.0 (urban) 7.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.3 l/100km (22.8 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 20V engine B5254S
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 | 10.3 : 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 20V oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 165 - 170 HP ON 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 - 220 NM ON 4700 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1991 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
| Engine also used on | Volvo V70 Volvo 850 |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Volvo S70 sedan [1996 - 2000] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| 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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |