Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 T

Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 T has been produced from September, 2003 to May, 2006. It has five-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 210 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 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 TD04L14T turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 XC90 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.

Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 T has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 T fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 16 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 9.5 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 720 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 XC90 fuel consumption.

Volvo XC90 safety

During safety testing Volvo XC90 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volvo XC90 is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection Volvo XC90 got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Volvo XC90 version with manual gearbox (Volvo XC90 2003 2.5 T MT 4x4) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 9.5 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 11.0 litres per 100 km.
Volvo XC90 2.5 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Volvo XC90 2002

Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 T technical data

Model: Volvo XC90 2.5 T
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2003. September ... 2006. May 
Engine: 2521 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 210 HP ON 5000 RPM Torque: 320 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.0 (combined) 16.0 (urban) 9.5 (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: 4.80m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.74m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.7 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 249 litres
Trunk max capacity: 2404 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2720 kg

Volvo XC90 2002 2.5 T engine B5254T2

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.
Engine displacement 2522 cm3
Number of cylinders 5
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 93.2 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 XC90 2002 2.5 T oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 9 litres (9.5 quarts)
Power 210 HP ON 5000 RPM
Torque 320 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 10 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 2005 onwards.

Engine also used on Volvo V70 Volvo S80 Volvo S60 Volvo XC70

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.

All Volvo XC90 crossover [2002 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volvo XC90 2002 2.4 D3

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.4 Diesel 163 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volvo XC90 2003 2.4 D5 4x4 Sep 2003 — Feb 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.4 Diesel 163 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2002 2.4 D5 4x4 Sep 2002 — Feb 2005 2.4 Diesel 163 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2005 2.4 D 4x4 Mai 2005 — Aug 2005 2.4 Diesel 163 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2005 2.4 D5 4x4 Feb 2005 — Mai 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP)

2.4 Diesel 185 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2005 2.4 D5 4x4 Feb 2005 — Mai 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP)

2.4 Diesel 185 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2003 2.5 T 4x4 Sep 2003 — Mai 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.5 Petrol 210 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2003 2.5 T 4x4 Sep 2003 — Mai 2006 2.5 Petrol 210 HP 12.0 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2003 2.5 T 4x4 Sep 2003 — Feb 2005

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.5 Petrol 210 HP 12.0 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2002 2.8 24V 4x4 2.8 Petrol 272 HP 12.9 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2002 2.9 T6 4x4 Sep 2002 — Mai 2006 2.9 Petrol 272 HP 13.0 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2006 3.2 4x4 Jan 2006 — Dec 2006 3.2 Petrol 243 HP 11.5 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2005 4.4 V8 4x4 Jan 2005 — Mai 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds

4.4 Petrol 315 HP 14.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Volvo XC90 2002 reviews
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