D5244T (D5) vs T5 (B5254T)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
D5244T (D5)
BUY
80/100
+5 points over T5 (B5254T)
0
/ 100
BUY
D5244T (D5)
Volvo
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
T5 (B5254T)
Volvo
Specifications
D5244T (D5)
T5 (B5254T)
Brand
Volvo
Volvo
Verdict
BUY
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
80
75
Years
2001--2017
2003--2016
Displacement
2400 cc
2521 cc
Layout
I5
I5
Type
Diesel
Petrol Turbo
Power
163--230 hp
230--300 hp
Known Issues
3
0
Total Risk Cost
€1,500--€3,600
€0--€0
Character
D5244T (D5)
"Iconic Volvo five-cylinder diesel. XC60/V70/S80. Strong torque. Injector issues at 150k+. Proven."
T5 (B5254T)
"Classic Volvo turbo 5. Smooth, punchy. PCV system needs attention. Good with regular maintenance."
Issues Comparison
D5244T (D5) 3
▲ HIGH
DPF blockage (city use)
▲ HIGH
EGR cooler failure — city use
● MODERATE
Injector wear at high mileage
T5 (B5254T) 0
No documented issues.