The 3.2-liter Volvo B6324S gasoline engine was produced by the concern from 2006 to 2010 and was installed on the company’s largest models, such as the S80, XC60 or XC90. On the American market, there were PZEV versions of the motor under the indices B6324S2 and B6324S4.
The SHORT INLINE 6 family also includes engines: B6304T2, B6304T4 and B6324S5.
The engine was installed on:
- Volvo S80 II (124) in 2006 – 2010;
- Volvo V70 III (135) in 2007 – 2010;
- Volvo XC60 I (156) in 2009 – 2010;
- Volvo XC70 III (136) in 2007 – 2010;
- Volvo XC90 I (275) in 2006 – 2010.
Specifications
| Production years | 2006-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 3192 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 238 |
| Torque output, Nm | 320 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 84 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 96 |
| Compression ratio | 10.8 |
| Features | VIS, CPS |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | VCT |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 7.7 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volvo XC90 2009) — city — highway — combined |
17.1 9.1 12.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 175 |
Disadvantages of the B6324S engine
- The most famous motor problem is the wear of gears and bearings of the timing gearbox;
- Leaks are also often found here in the area of the timing chain cover and the vacuum pump;
- Whistling under the hood hints at the need to replace the oil separator membrane;
- On specialized forums, many owners are looking for other reasons for lubricant consumption;
- The weak points of this unit also include a block of a pump and power steering on the same shaft.
