11 May 2005

Volvo upgrades engines, interiors



by Brian Byrne. Volvo has now added two new diesel engines, even more premium features and new technological advances for the 2006 model year S60, V70, XC70, S80 and XC90 ranges.

Highlights include two new Euro IV versions of the Volvo 5 cylinder diesel engine — a 2.4D with 163bhp and the D5 with power increased to 185bhp.

The company's products also get extended service intervals, new six-speed gearboxes, and 'Volvo Inscription' new bespoke, luxury interiors for S60, V70 and XC90.

The new D5 engine is available on the Volvo XC90 and XC70, while the S60 and V70 offer both new diesel engines, the 2.4D and the D5.