Choices for a New D5 Engine

[camillekimnp]

In Australia, I own a 2012 XC60 D5 equipped with a Polestar chip. It has clocked 260,000 kilometers, or 161,560 miles. Eventually (how much longer is anyone's guess), I've heard that Volvo plans to switch to electric vehicles exclusively. The idea of an electric vehicle, even a hybrid, makes me gag. Not only do I not trust them, but their engines sound like a hair dryer running at high speed, which is definitely not a desirable quality in a vehicle.
Additionally, I have heard rumors that Volvo would be discontinuing the production of diesel engines, both long and short motors.


Is there a diesel engine replacement option for when my existing one dies (which, fingers crossed, won't be too far off)? Again, I have no idea whether Volvo components would be accessible, so I considered purchasing a five-cylinder Volvo diesel engine from a junkyard and restoring it gradually.

Suggestions are welcome.

[astridtaylorub]

A Chinese firm called Zhejiang Geely Holding Group owns Volvo. They oversee the assembly of Volvo passenger cars. This gives Volvo the freedom to pursue its own design and engineering goals in Sweden. It might be the end of the line if diesel manufacturing is considered a money loser by Geely. Being fourteen years old, it is only a used vehicle with dubious availability of replacement components. Perhaps it's time to send it on its way.

[hazeldz]

Have you ever thought about the possibility that your preferences are just a matter of habit rather than quality?

Like horses and carriages in the golden age of the automobile, diesel engines and internal combustion engines in general—like the one I own (BMW 420D Gran Coupe)—are here to stay.


The future belongs to electric vehicles—and, one day, hydrogen automobiles too.

Even when the engine is cold or idle, it makes a rattling sound, which you find beautiful but which others find bothersome.

Despite all its benefits, electric vehicles will not be ready for market for at least another two to four years. It would take decades for the internal combustion engine industry to catch up to their rate of advancement, though.

From very aerodynamic designs to suspensions that absorb nearly all road imperfections, this advancement drives a plethora of additional features and components of the vehicle. From fewer parts that can break to lower maintenance expenses.

It only takes the right attitude and timing... the automotive business loves beta testers and early adopters, so savor your Volvo for two or three years and, if the time is right, embrace the shift.

[camillekimnp]

Your opinion matters to me, and I value and honor your principles, thoughts, and opinions. Having said that, I can't deny that, every once in a while, the lengthy travel to see relatives is something I look forward to and even needs. A brother resides around 900 kilometers south of me, another brother lives about 2000 kilometers south-west, a daughter and her family live about 700 kilometers north, and a third sister lives about 1900 kilometers north-west. The distances shown are just one-way, not round-trip. Due to the high cost of power in Australia and the need to stop many times to recharge an electric car, there would be additional expenses for lodging as needed. Long trips are expensive right now due to the high cost of diesel fuel (up to $3.00 a litre in Australia), but I still think it's worth it because I can go hundreds of kilometers without stopping or replenishing thanks to my 90+ liter fuel tank. My average fuel economy is between 6 and 7 liters per 100 km (39 mpg - 33 mpg), and my greatest mileage is 5.6 liters per 100 km (42 mpg).

Many films I've seen show the devastation that can be caused when even a single electric car decides to blow itself up. Additionally, I think a US-based auto carrier may stop transporting EVs following ship losses caused by the same issue. According to the presenters and the Fire Brigade officials, it takes a whole truck of water—or more—to even attempt to extinguish a fire in an electric car. My grandson, who is a qualified motor mechanic, finished an Electric Module following his apprenticeship. Those are the main reasons why I have decided against purchasing an electric vehicle, along with the high price tag. Then there's that electric car sound, which is horrifying to me; it's something between silence and a piercing, high-pitched screech. One thing I can say in favor of electric vehicles is that they are really fast to begin with and produce all of their torque at once.


Before I continue, let me say that I am a self-proclaimed "rev head" who, despite the high expense of ownership, adores the sound, feel, and power of a sturdy V8 engine. I get that some people could find these cars annoying, but I find their noise exciting.

Having said that, I do acknowledge and value your opinions and the freedom to voice them...Yours faithfully.

[christian_nakamuraf]

It appears that the D5 engine is rather impervious to damage. With any luck, mine will make it to 220,000 miles without a hitch. A lot of people with extremely high mileage rates are on the Volvo registrations.

Regularly changing the oil and filters is all that's needed. I've heard that it's ideal to use the same oil whenever possible to prevent additives from competing with each other, but that engine flush is necessary if you must switch oils.


I wouldn't be surprised if there are still plenty of parts to go around for quite a time after production ends.

Your plan to acquire a replacement and rebuild it whenever you please is a good one, but it may be a long time before you actually need it. To gauge the amount of wear on your piston rings and valve seats, you might want to look at your cylinder compression ratios. You could learn anything about your engine's health from that.