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  • Common codesB4204T7, B4204T11, B4204T15
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Variant History

Volvo XC60 T5 / T6 Petrol Engine History & Specs at a Glance

The T5 and T6 petrol badges have been part of the Volvo XC60 range since the first-generation (P3) model launched in 2009, evolving from a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo to the sophisticated Drive-E family with supercharger and turbocharger combinations. The T6 badge initially denoted a 3.0-litre six-cylinder before moving to a twin-charged 2.0-litre four-cylinder in the second-generation (SPA) XC60 from 2017.

Volvo XC60 T5 / T6 Petrol
  1. 2009

    B4204T7, 2.0-litre turbo petrol, 240 hp - first-generation XC60 T5 launch

  2. 2013

    B4204T11, 2.0-litre turbo petrol, 245 hp - facelift update with increased power and improved emissions

  3. 2014

    B4204T9, 2.0-litre turbo petrol, 306 hp - first 2.0-litre T6 (twin-charged) introduced in the XC60

  4. 2017

    B4204T29, 2.0-litre turbocharged and supercharged petrol, 310 hp - second-generation SPA platform XC60 T6 AWD with 8-speed Geartronic

  5. 2018

    B4204T15, 2.0-litre turbo petrol, 220 hp - lower-power T5 variant for select markets

  6. 2021

    B420T (mild-hybrid) - electrified B-series petrol engines begin replacing pure T5/T6 badging

Every petrol engine fitted to the Volvo XC60 T5 and T6 is covered below, with UK rebuilt pricing and known failure points.

Engine Codes & Pricing

Volvo XC60 T5 / T6 Petrol Engine Codes Specifications & Replacement Cost

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B4204T7 — 2.0-litre Turbo Petrol (2010-2013) engine

B4204T7 — 2.0-litre Turbo Petrol (2010-2013)

Power Output
240 hp (177 kW) @ 5,500 rpm
Years Fitted
2010-2013
Engine Details
1,999 cc, 87.5 mm bore × 83.1 mm stroke, 10.0:1 compression ratio, direct injection turbo

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Common Problems

Volvo XC60 T5 / T6 Petrol Engine Problems Repair Cost vs Replacement

The Volvo XC60 T5 and T6 petrol engines - particularly the B4204T7, B4204T11 and B4204T29 - are broadly well-regarded, but they have specific, well-documented failure points. Petrol XC60s scored an impressive 96.5% in the What Car- Reliability Survey, but when failures occur, they tend to be serious. Rebuilt engines through EnginesMarket include upgraded components addressing the original failure point, plus a minimum 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty.

Common failure points and repair options

Oil Consumption

Affected
Volvo XC60 T5 (B4204T7, 2010-2013; B4204T11, 2013-2017)
Typical failure mileage
60,000-100,000 miles
Root cause
Piston ring carbon buildup leads to bore glazing, allowing oil past the rings into the combustion chamber. A 2016 XC60 T5 owner reported oil consumption from 70,000 miles, with Volvo acknowledging a "design defect" but no recall. The B4204T11 has been specifically cited for "design defects, parts quality issues".

Repair options

Repair tierDealer priceSpecialist price
Engine flush & piston soak£400-£800£250-£500
Piston ring replacement£3,000-£5,000£2,000-£3,500
Full Replacement - rebuilt engine£5,000-£8,000£2,800-£5,500
Our recommendation
If your XC60 T5 is burning more than 1 litre of oil per 1,000 miles and you plan to keep the car, a rebuilt engine with upgraded piston rings is the definitive fix. The £2,800-£5,500 cost is significant but represents good value against a £5,000-£8,000 dealer repair for the same work. For lower-value examples (under £4,000), consider a quality used engine or evaluate scrap value.
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Supercharger Failure

Affected
Volvo XC60 T6 (B4204T29, 2017-2021)
Typical failure mileage
60,000-120,000 miles
Root cause
The roots-type supercharger has internally lubricated bearings that eventually fail. The supercharger clutch can fail to engage, requiring the whole unit to be replaced. T8 PHEV supercharger seals can also fail, hampering performance.

Repair options

Repair tierDealer priceSpecialist price
Supercharger clutch replacement£1,500-£2,500£1,000-£1,800
Supercharger unit replacement£2,500-£4,000£1,800-£3,000
Full Replacement - rebuilt engine£6,000-£9,000£5,000-£8,000
Our recommendation
For T6 owners, a supercharger replacement (not a full engine) is usually the right call if caught early - the engine itself is generally robust. Supercharger clutch failure is a known weakness; replacing the supercharger unit at £1,800-£3,000 specialist cost is far cheaper than a full engine. If the engine has suffered consequential damage from supercharger failure, a rebuilt unit with warranty becomes the better option.
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Timing Chain & Camshaft Issues

Affected
Volvo XC60 T5 and T6 (all B4204T variants)
Typical failure mileage
80,000-120,000 miles
Root cause
The VEA petrol engines use a timing chain rather than a belt. While generally durable, chain tensioner wear and camshaft seal failure have been reported. Camshaft issues accounted for a significant portion of engine complaints in later XC60 models.

Repair options

Repair tierDealer priceSpecialist price
Timing chain tensioner replacement£800-£1,500£500-£1,000
Full timing chain kit£1,800-£3,000£1,200-£2,000
Full engine replacement£5,000-£8,000£2,800-£5,500
Our recommendation
If your XC60 T5 or T6 has reached 80,000 miles and you have no record of timing chain work, preventative replacement is strongly advised. A snapped timing chain on a VEA petrol engine typically destroys the cylinder head and valves, turning a £1,200 repair into a £3,000-£5,000 engine replacement.
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Don't Let Engine Failure Write Off Your Volvo XC60 T5 or T6

Whether you're dealing with oil consumption in a B4204T11, supercharger clutch failure in a B4204T29, or timing chain wear in any VEA petrol, a rebuilt engine with upgraded components and a 12-month warranty is often the most cost-effective long-term solution. Compare prices from UK specialists today - supply-only or full supply & fit available nationwide.

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