Diesel · 2014–now
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All about the Volvo XC90 2All about the D3 / D4 / D5 (VEA diesel) engine
The D3 / D4 / D5 (VEA diesel) engine was fitted to the Volvo XC90 2 (2014–now). In the EU that is 30.9 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 2.0 235 hp, 2.0 224 hp, 2.0 190 hp, 2.0.
The most expensive known risk is DPF clogging on short trips: it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €150–2,000 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Engine light with EGR codes (e.g. P04D9), reduced power, uneven idle
Fix: Check that the manifold recall is done, then clean or replace the EGR valve and cooler
Signs: Usually none before failure; burning smell, power loss or the engine stopping
Fix: Check with a Volvo dealer by VIN that recall R29946–R29948 is done (software and EGR cooling changes)
Signs: Temperature warning or overheating, often after coolant has been topped up
Fix: Check with a Volvo dealer that recall R10025 / R10026 (extra bleed hose) is done
Signs: Oil level warning between services, frequent topping up
Fix: Dealer oil consumption test; if it fails, pistons and rings are replaced with the revised design
Signs: DPF warning, frequent regenerations, limp mode
Fix: Forced regeneration; if that fails, professional cleaning or a new DPF
Signs: Loss of boost, hissing under load, limp mode
Fix: Find and replace the split hose or resonator pipe
Signs: Harsh 2–3 / 3–4 shifts, flare
Fix: Fluid flush; valve body
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,700–6,500. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Volvo XC90 2 with the D3 / D4 / D5 (VEA diesel) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| AWD coupling (Haldex) oil + filterTransmission | every 60,000 km or every 36 months | €60–150 |
| Automatic transmission fluidTransmission | every 90,000 km | €200–450 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 150,000 km or every 120 months | €450–900 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ · 173 kW (235 hp) | 17.9 % | 2016–2023 | 206 g/km | 6.7 L |
| 2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ · 165 kW (224 hp) | 7.8 % | 2015–2023 | 151 g/km | 5.8 L |
| 2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ · 140 kW (190 hp) | 3.5 % | 2015–2019 | 140 g/km | — |
| 2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ | 1.6 % | 2015–2019 | 148 g/km | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (25). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: DPF clogging on short trips (80,000–200,000 km, €150–2,000); EGR cooler and valve clogging with soot (80,000–200,000 km, €300–1,600).
Belt · 150,000 km / every 120 mo.
0W-20 / 0W-30 · Volvo VCC RBS0-2AE · ~5.2 L · every 15,000 km.
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026