From 1995 to 2000, the company assembled the 2.0-liter 10-valve Volvo B5202S engine, which was installed on the basic modifications of mid-size models like the 850, S70, and V70. This motor’s catalyst-equipped variant had its own index, B5202FS.
The B4204S, B4204T, B5202S, B5204T, and B5204T8 are members of the 2.0-liter modular engine family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Volvo 850 in 1995 – 1996;
- Volvo S70 I (874) in 1996 – 2000;
- Volvo V70 I (875) in 1996 – 2000.
Specifications
| Production years | 1995-2000 |
| Displacement, cc | 1984 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 126 |
| Torque output, Nm | 170 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R5 |
| Block head | aluminum 10v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 77 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.3 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Volvo V70 1998) — city — highway — combined |
13.4 8.1 10.2 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
Disadvantages of the B5202S engine
There is no electronic choke or phase control in this highly dependable version of the motor.
The most well-known issue is the oil burner’s clogged crankcase ventilation;
The timing belt might not travel the full 120,000 kilometers, and the valves will bend if it breaks;
Here, fuel injectors and ignition system components frequently need maintenance;
The engine’s thermostat, fuel pump, upper support, and pump are also weak points.