Volvo 960 1994 2.9 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volvo 960 1994 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve has been produced from July, 1994 to January, 1997. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 204 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Volvo 960 1994 - 1997 version and torque 267 Nm (Newton metres) on 4300 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-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 310 up to 520 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 960 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.
Volvo 960 1994 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volvo 960 1994 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
Volvo 960 1994 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Volvo 960 1994 - 1997 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Volvo real everyday fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volvo 960 fuel consumption.
Volvo 960 1994 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve technical data
| Model: | Volvo 960 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 1994. July ... 1997. January | ||
| Engine: | 2922 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 204 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 267 NM ON 4300 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.1 (combined) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12 l/100km (19.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.86m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 992 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 2125 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2060 kg | ||
Volvo 960 1994 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve engine B6304S
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 | 2922 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7 : 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 960 1994 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 10 litres (10.6 quarts) |
| Power | 204 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 NM ON 4300 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1990 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Volvo S90 Volvo V90 |
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 960 estate car [1994 - 1997] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Volvo 960 1994 Estate 2.5i 24 Valve
Most fuel efficient version |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volvo 960 1994 Estate 2.5i 24 Valve | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Volvo 960 1994 2.9 Estate 3.0i 24 Valve
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 204 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |