Volvo V70 1996 TDI 2.5

Volvo V70 1996 2.5 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Volvo V70 1996 TDI 2.5 has been produced from January, 1997 to May, 1999. 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 V70 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6 litres.

Volvo V70 1996 TDI 2.5 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volvo V70 1996 TDI 2.5 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volvo V70 1996 TDI 2.5 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 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 V70 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Volvo V70 versions - with manual gearbox (Volvo V70 1997 TDI 2.5 MT), and with manual gearbox (Volvo V70 1999 2.5 D MT) available:
  • Volvo V70 1997 TDI 2.5 MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.8 seconds faster (in 10.2 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 6.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 6.5 litres per 100 km
  • Volvo V70 1999 2.5 D MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.8 seconds faster (in 10.2 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.6 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 6.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 6.4 litres per 100 km
Volvo V70 2.5 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Volvo V70 1996

Volvo V70 1996 TDI 2.5 technical data

Model: Volvo V70 TDI 2.5
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 1997. January ... 1999. May 
Engine: 2461 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 140 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 290 NM ON 1900 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.9 (combined) 11.2 (urban) 6.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.4 l/100km (28 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres (18.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.72m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.41m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters
Trunk capacity: 420 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1580 litres (with rear seats folded down)

Volvo V70 1996 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 V70 1996 TDI 2.5 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 6 litres (6.3 quarts) More service info
Power 140 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 290 NM ON 1900 RPM
Start of production (year) 1995
Duration of production 6 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1998 onwards.

Engine also used on Volvo S80 Volvo 850 Volvo S70

All Volvo V70 estate car [1996 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volvo V70 1997 2.0 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.0 Petrol 126 HP 10.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.0 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.0 Petrol 126 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1996 2.0 20V 2.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1996 2.0 20V 2.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1996 2.0 20V Turbo 2.0 Petrol 225 HP 11.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1996 2.0 20V Turbo 2.0 Petrol 225 HP 11.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.3 T-5 Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.3 R Apr 1997 — Jan 1999 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.3 T-5 Mai 1999 — Dec 1999 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1998 2.3 R AWD Jan 1998 — Mai 1999 2.3 Petrol 240 HP 12.2 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.3 T-5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.3 Petrol 241 HP 11.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.3 T-5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.3 Petrol 241 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.3 R Apr 1997 — Jan 1999

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds

2.3 Petrol 250 HP 11.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1998 2.3 R AWD Jan 1998 — Jan 1999 2.3 Petrol 250 HP 11.5 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.4 Mai 1999 — Jun 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.4 Petrol 140 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.4 Mai 1999 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 140 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 144 HP 10.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 144 HP 10.3 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 10.5 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.4 Dec 1999 — Jun 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.4 Petrol 170 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 2.5 20V Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 10.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.4 Dec 1999 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 170 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 2.5 T Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 10.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 2.5 T Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 T AWD Jan 1997 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 10.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volvo V70 1998 2.4 T XC 4x4 Jan 1998 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 10.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volvo V70 1997 2.4 T AWD Jan 1997 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Volvo V70 1998 2.4 T XC 4x4 Jan 1998 — Jun 2000 2.4 Petrol 193 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.4 R AWD Mai 1999 — Dec 1999

Most powerfull petrol version (265 HP)

2.4 Petrol 265 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volvo V70 1997 TDI 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.5 Diesel 140 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.5 D Mai 1999 — Jun 2000

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.5 Diesel 140 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1997 TDI 2.5 Jan 1997 — Mai 1999 2.5 Diesel 140 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1999 2.5 D Mai 1999 — Jun 2000 2.5 Diesel 140 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volvo V70 1996 reviews
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