The Volvo D5244T8 is a 2,400 cc, inline — four turbo — diesel engine produced between 2017 and 2020. It features a twin — scroll turbocharger, high — pressure common — rail injection, and integrated starter — generator (ISG) hybrid technology, delivering strong low — end torque for responsive acceleration while supporting electric — only driving at low speeds.
Fitted to the S60, V60, XC60, and XC90 models including the T8 Twin Engine variants, the D5244T8 was engineered for…
Production years 2017–2018 meet Euro 6d-TEMP standards; 2019–2020 models meet Euro 6d depending on market .
The Volvo D5244T8 is a 2,400 cc inline-four turbo-diesel engineered for premium mid-size vehicles (2017-2020). It combines common-rail direct injection with a twin-scroll turbocharger and integrated starter-generator hybrid architecture to deliver refined power delivery and reduced emissions. Designed to meet Euro 6d-TEMP standards, it balances performance with electrified efficiency.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
Displacement | 2,400 cc | |
Fuel type | Diesel | |
Configuration | Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve | |
Aspiration | Turbocharged with twin-scroll turbocharger | |
Bore × stroke | 85.0 mm × 105.6 mm | |
Power output | 140 kW (190 PS) | |
Torque | 400 Nm @ 1,750–2,500 rpm | |
Fuel system | Bosch CRIN 4 common-rail (up to 2,200 bar) | |
Emissions standard | Euro 6d-TEMP (pre-2019); Euro 6d (post-2019) | |
Compression ratio | 16.5:1 | |
Cooling system | Water-cooled | |
Turbocharger | Mitsubishi TD05H-16T-6X-7 (twin-scroll) | |
Timing system | Chain (front-mounted) | |
Oil type | Refer to vehicle handbook / manufacturer specification | |
Dry weight | 165 kg |
The Volvo D5244T8 was used across Volvo's S60/V60/XC60 and XC90 platforms with longitudinal mounting and no licensed external usage. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—revised intake manifold routing in the XC90 and upgraded ECU calibration in the S60/V60—and from 2019 the facelifted models adopted the D5244T9 variant with enhanced SCR control and updated AdBlue dosing, creating interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
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The D5244T8 delivers strong torque and good efficiency, but early units (pre-2018) had a notable risk of high-pressure fuel pump failure under hybrid operating conditions. Later revisions addressed this with hardened components and improved cooling. With strict maintenance using Volvo VDS-4 oil and ultra-low-sulfur diesel, and prompt HPFP replacement if needed, many examples can achieve high mileage reliably.
The biggest issues are high-pressure fuel pump failure (especially pre-2018), EGR valve clogging, SCR system faults (NOx sensors, dosing unit), and Integrated Starter-Generator inverter overheating. These are well-documented in Volvo service bulletins and supported by UK DVSA MOT data.
The D5244T8 was used exclusively in Volvo’s T8 Twin Engine trim level models: S60, V60, XC60, and XC90 from 2017 to 2020. It was not licensed to other manufacturers and was replaced by the D5244T9 in 2019 model year updates.
Aftermarket ECU tuning is common on the D-5244-T8 platform, but increasing boost or altering engine parameters accelerates component wear, impacts emissions compliance, and may void vehicle warranties. Any modifications should be evaluated carefully by a qualified specialist.
Very good for its class. In a Volvo XC60 T8, typical consumption is ~6.8 L/100km (city) and ~5.5 L/100km (highway), or about 48 mpg UK combined. Real-world figures depend on driving style and climate, but expect 45–52 mpg (UK) on mixed roads for a healthy D5244T8 with regular hybrid charging.
Yes. The D5244T8 is an interference engine. If the timing chain fails or jumps, pistons can contact open valves, resulting in catastrophic engine damage. Regular inspection of the timing chain tensioner and guides is essential.
Volvo specifies a 0W-20 synthetic oil meeting Volvo VDS-4 specification. Always use a quality oil designed for modern diesel engines with SCR systems and change it at 15,000 km intervals to ensure proper lubrication of the HPFP and turbocharger bearings.
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