Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD
Volvo XC60 2008 3.0 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD has been produced from April, 2008 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 285 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Volvo XC60 2008 - 2013 version and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and twinscroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Volvo XC60 3.0 engine oil type is 0W-30 and oil capacity is 7.4 litres.
Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears. The car is fitted with Haldex Generation IV proactive automatic all-wheel drive. Haldex processes data from the ABS control unit and the engine control unit and can increase the pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement when required. It has a 100% front to 0% rear torque split when not engaged with a maximum 50% to 50% torque split between axes.
Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD fuel consumption is 11.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 17.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 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 XC60 fuel consumption.
Volvo XC60 safety
During safety testing Volvo XC60 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volvo XC60 is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volvo XC60 got two stars.
Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD technical data
| Model: | Volvo XC60 T6 AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2008. April ... 2013. January | ||
| Engine: | 2953 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 284 g/km |
| Power: | 285 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.9 (combined) 17.1 (urban) 8.9 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.1 l/100km (19.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.63m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.71m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 230 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 495 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1455 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2440 kg | ||
Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD engine B6304T2
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 2953 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 93.2 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volvo XC60 2008 T6 AWD oil type | 0W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.4 litres (7.8 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 8.9 litres (9.4 quarts) |
| Power | 285 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2007 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
| Engine also used on | Volvo S80 |
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All Volvo XC60 crossover [2008 - 2013] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volvo XC60 2009 2.0T
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 203 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.0T Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 203 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4D AWD | 2.4 Diesel | 163 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4D AWD | 2.4 Diesel | 163 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Volvo XC60 2009 2.4D 4x4
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.4 Diesel | 175 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Volvo XC60 2009 2.4D 4x4
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.4 Diesel | 175 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4 D5 4x4 Apr 2008 — Jan 2009 | 2.4 Diesel | 185 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4 D5 4x4 Apr 2008 — Jan 2009 | 2.4 Diesel | 185 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.4 D5 AWD Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 | 2.4 Diesel | 205 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.4 D5 AWD Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 | 2.4 Diesel | 205 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Volvo XC60 2011 2.4 D5 AWD
Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (215 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 215 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Volvo XC60 2011 2.4 D5 AWD
Jan 2011 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (215 HP) |
2.4 Diesel | 215 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Volvo XC60 2008 3.0 T6 AWD
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 285 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |