B4164S/T vs D5244T (D5)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
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
D5244T (D5) 3
▲ HIGH
DPF blockage (city use)
▲ HIGH
EGR cooler failure — city use
● MODERATE
Injector wear at high mileage
Models
B4164S/T 0
No models listed.