Volvo Adds T5 Petrol Option For S90, V90 And XC90

Volvo is introducing the performance and efficient T5 turbocharged petrol engine across its large-car range in the UK, adding the T5 powertrain to the S90, V90 estate, V90 Cross Country and XC90 SUV. The T5 is the newest Volvo-designed-and-built Drive-E engines, which is an advanced 2.0-litre, four-cylinder unit. The new engine is both compact and lightweight, with aluminium and aluminium alloy extensively used in its construction. Bookings for the S90, V90 and XC90 model ranges with the new T5 engine is open now for UK customers at all Volvo dealerships.

(Volvo V90 Cross Country)

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Jon Wakefield, Managing Director of Volvo Car UK said, "The T5 petrol engine is a superb addition to the S90, V90 and XC90 ranges. This cutting-edge engine brings increased choice for our customers, and offers strong performance with excellent efficiency and refinement. We're sure it'll be a hit with retail and business users alike."

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The new T5 turbocharged engine boasts of max power of 250 bhp and peak torque of 350NM, coupled to a 8-speed automatic transmission. According to the company, the new engine delivers impressive fuel economy and emissions. Moreover, the T5 engine is offered in both front- and all-wheel-drive formats. The new T5 engine gets a variable valve system that supports driveability as well as overall efficiency, advanced combustion control and measures to reduce power losses through internal friction. The single-scroll turbocharger uses exhaust gases to force more air through the induction system, increasing the engine's responsiveness to driver inputs.

(Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription Plug-In Hybrid)

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In the S90 saloon, the new T5 is available in all model grades apart from the entry-level Momentum and the Momentum Pro, and joins the existing T4 petrol, D4 and D5 PowerPulse diesels, and the T8 Twin Engine petrol-electric plug-in hybrid.