Higher reliability score
D5244T (D5) BUY 80/100
+8 points over B4164S/T
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE B4164S/T Volvo
0 / 100
BUY D5244T (D5) Volvo

Specifications

B4164S/T
D5244T (D5)
Brand
Volvo
Volvo
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
72
80
Years
1995--2019
2001--2017
Displacement
1588 cc
2400 cc
Layout
I4
I5
Type
Petrol Na
Diesel
Power
100--180 hp
163--230 hp
Known Issues
1
3
Total Risk Cost
€150--€400
€1,500--€3,600

Character

B4164S/T

"S40/V40/V40 II. Early NA versions simple and reliable. Turbo versions (B4164T) in V40 II more complex. Cooling system standard concern. Good parts availability."

D5244T (D5)

"Iconic Volvo five-cylinder diesel. XC60/V70/S80. Strong torque. Injector issues at 150k+. Proven."

Issues Comparison

B4164S/T 1

● MODERATE
Cooling system failures €150--€400 80,000 km--150,000 km

D5244T (D5) 3

▲ HIGH
DPF blockage (city use) €500--€1,500 60,000 km--120,000 km
▲ HIGH
EGR cooler failure — city use €600--€1,200 120,000 km--180,000 km
● MODERATE
Injector wear at high mileage €400--€900 150,000 km--250,000 km

Models

B4164S/T 0

No models listed.

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