Renault F8Q
The most well-known problem with this diesel engine is head cracking. Almost all motors suffer from cracks and frequent overheating only accelerates…
Volvo S40 engines
The Volvo S40 is a Swedish compact car manufactured by Volvo Car Corporation from 1995 to 2013. The S40 has been produced in two generations. In 2008, a restyled version of the 2nd generation of the model was released. Forbes magazine equated the car to the luxury class. The name S40 is a modified designation of the S4 sedan due to the same name already available at the time of its release on Audi models. 1st generation gathered in the Netherlands, 2nd – in Belgium.
The Volvo S40 was offered with 19 engines between 1995 and 2012 (13 petrol, 6 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.6 to 2.5 liters, power output from 54 to 220 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 17 a timing belt. 10 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Renault F8Q (about 500,000 km).
Volvo S40 engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo S40 I (644) 1995–2004 | |||||||
| Volvo B4204S | 1995–1999 | 1.9 L R4 | 140 hp | petrol | belt | 5.4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Volvo B4184S | 1995–1999 | 1.7 L R4 | 115 hp | petrol | belt | 5.4 L | ~320,000 km |
| Volvo B4164S | 1995–1999 | 1.6 L R4 | 105 hp | petrol | belt | 5.4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Volvo B4204T | 1997–1999 | 1.9 L R4 | 160 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 5.5 L | ~275,000 km |
| Volvo B4194T | 1997–2000 | 1.9 L R4 | 200 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 5.5 L | ~250,000 km |
| Volvo B4184S2 | 1999–2004 | 1.8 L R4 | 122 hp | petrol | belt | 5.4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Volvo B4164S2 | 1999–2004 | 1.6 L R4 | 109 hp | petrol | belt | 5.4 L | ~320,000 km |
| Renault F9Qt (dTi) | 1999–2000 | 1.9 L R4 | 80–98 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5.9 L | ~400,000 km |
| Renault F9Q (dCi) | 2000–2004 | 1.9 L R4 | 80–130 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5.5 L | ~500,000 km |
| Volvo S40 1998–2004 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G93 | 1998–2004 | 1.8 L R4 | 110–215 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | belt | 3.5–3.6 L | ~350,000 km |
| Volvo S40 II (544) 2004–2012 | |||||||
| Volvo B4184S11 | 2004–2009 | 1.8 L R4 | 125 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~330,000 km |
| Volvo B5254T3 | 2004–2007 | 2.5 L R5 | 220 hp | petrol, turbo | belt | 5.8 L | ~280,000 km |
| Volvo B5244S4 | 2004–2009 | 2.4 L R5 | 170 hp | petrol | belt | 5.8 L | ~370,000 km |
| Volvo D4164T | 2005–2010 | 1.6 L R4 | 109 hp | diesel, turbo | chain + belt | 3.75 L | ~300,000 km |
| Volvo B4164S3 | 2005–2011 | 1.6 L R4 | 100 hp | petrol | belt | 4.1 L | ~320,000 km |
| Volvo B4204S3 | 2006–2012 | 2.0 L R4 | 145 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~350,000 km |
| Volvo D4162T | 2010–2012 | 1.6 L R4 | 114 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 3.9 L | ~400,000 km |
| Volvo D5204T | 2010–2012 | 2.0 L R5 | 177 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 5.9 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Volvo S40 engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Renault F8Q | 1988–2006 | 1.9 L R4 | 54–90 hp | diesel, NA / turbo | belt | 5.9 L | ~500,000 km |
Volvo S40 engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Volvo S40?
Volvo S40 I (644) (1995–2004): Volvo B4204S, Volvo B4184S, Volvo B4164S, Volvo B4204T, Volvo B4194T, Volvo B4184S2, Volvo B4164S2, Renault F9Qt (dTi) and Renault F9Q (dCi); Volvo S40 (1998–2004): Mitsubishi 4G93; Volvo S40 II (544) (2004–2012): Volvo B4184S11, Volvo B5254T3, Volvo B5244S4, Volvo D4164T, Volvo B4164S3, Volvo B4204S3, Volvo D4162T and Volvo D5204T.
Which Volvo S40 engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Volvo S40 engines are: Renault F8Q — about 500,000 km; Renault F9Q (dCi) — about 500,000 km; Renault F9Qt (dTi) — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Volvo S40 engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 4G93 — 3.5–3.6 L (5W-30); Renault F8Q — 5.9 L (5W-40, 10W-40); Renault F9Q (dCi) — 5.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Renault F9Qt (dTi) — 5.9 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Volvo B4164S — 5.4 L (5W-40); Volvo B4164S2 — 5.4 L (5W-30); Volvo B4164S3 — 4.1 L (5W-30); Volvo B4184S — 5.4 L (5W-40); Volvo B4184S11 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Volvo B4184S2 — 5.4 L (5W-30); Volvo B4194T — 5.5 L (5W-30); Volvo B4204S — 5.4 L (5W-40); Volvo B4204S3 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Volvo B4204T — 5.5 L (5W-30); Volvo B5244S4 — 5.8 L (5W-30); Volvo B5254T3 — 5.8 L (5W-30); Volvo D4162T — 3.9 L (5W-30); Volvo D4164T — 3.75 L (5W-30); Volvo D5204T — 5.9 L (0W-30).
Does the Volvo S40 have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Volvo B4184S11, Volvo B4204S3 and Volvo D4164T; timing belt: Mitsubishi 4G93, Renault F8Q, Renault F9Q (dCi), Renault F9Qt (dTi), Volvo B4164S, Volvo B4164S2, Volvo B4164S3, Volvo B4184S, Volvo B4184S2, Volvo B4194T, Volvo B4204S, Volvo B4204T, Volvo B5244S4, Volvo B5254T3, Volvo D4162T, Volvo D4164T and Volvo D5204T. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Volvo S40 available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Renault F8Q, Renault F9Q (dCi), Renault F9Qt (dTi), Volvo D4162T, Volvo D4164T and Volvo D5204T.
Engine details
Mitsubishi 4G93
GDi modifications are known for the frequent vagaries of the direct fuel injection system.
Volvo B4164S
This is a simple and reliable gasoline engine, in this version there is not even a phase regulator.
Volvo B4184S
This modification without a phase regulator is the simplest and most reliable motor in the line.
Volvo B4204S
This version of the motor without phase control was the simplest and most reliable in the series.
Renault F9Qt (dTi)
The Bosch fuel pump is very reliable, but at high mileage it is prone to leaks and air leaks due to loss…
Volvo B4194T
Despite the forcing, this turbo engine is reliable and has an impressive resource.
Volvo B4204T
Turbo engines of this series are not problematic and have an impressive resource.
Renault F9Q (dCi)
The resource of this motor depends on the condition of the oil pump, which wears out quickly, from which its performance drops.…
Volvo B4164S2
The main engine problems are related to leaks due to clogged crankcase ventilation.
Volvo B4184S2
The main thing here is to monitor the condition of the timing belt, since when it breaks, the valves bend.
Volvo B4184S11
The main problems are floating revolutions, which are difficult to get rid of.
Volvo B5244S4
The main thing here is to monitor the condition of the timing belt, since when it breaks, the valves bend.
Volvo B5254T3
Most often, owners on specialized forums complain about failures in the phase control system.
Volvo B4164S3
This is a simple and reliable engine, but it really does not like low-quality fuel.
Volvo D4164T
On engines of the first years of production, camshaft cams quickly wore out.
Volvo B4204S3
The most famous problem of this motor is the oil burner due to the occurrence of rings.
Volvo D5204T
This is a modern CR diesel with 1800 bar piezo injectors and a diesel particulate filter.
Volvo D4162T
The main owner problems are caused by regular oil and antifreeze leaks.
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