T8 Twin Engine AWD
What the T8 Twin Engine adds over the B4
| Spec | B4 | T8 Twin Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 197 hp | 310 hp |
| Engine type (full description) | In-line 4-cyl. turbocharged, transverse, front wheel drive | In-line 4-cyl. turbocharged with e-boost, transverse, front wheel drive, rear electric motor |
| Final drive ratio | 4.333/3.250 | 3.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 7 | 8 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: AW TG-81SD automatic gearbox / final drive 3.075, Battery charging time, 16A/10A/6A fuse (h) (230V): 3.0/4.0/7.0, Electric Range (WLTP) (Km) (EAER, Combined): 94–75, Lithium-ion battery, 18.8 kWh (Nominal) / 14.7 kWh (Usable), Transverse, all wheel drive
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 296 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 302 mm |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1969 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | In-line 4-cyl. turbocharged with e-boost, transverse, front wheel drive, rear electric motor |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 310 hp |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 95 |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double Wishbone Suspension, Coil Springs, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar |
| Rear suspension type | Integral Axle with Transverse Composite Leaf Spring, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety1 std · 0 opt
- Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Electronic Brake Assistance (EBA)
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
- Transverse, all wheel drive
- AW TG-81SD automatic gearbox / final drive 3.075
- Battery charging time, 16A/10A/6A fuse (h) (230V): 3.0/4.0/7.0
- Electric Range (WLTP) (Km) (EAER, Combined): 94–75
- Gasoline direct injection engine management system
- Lithium-ion battery, 18.8 kWh (Nominal) / 14.7 kWh (Usable)
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Double Wishbone Suspension, Coil Springs, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar (front)
- Electric Power Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering
- Integral Axle with Transverse Composite Leaf Spring, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Stabilizer Bar (rear)
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2024 S60. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the T8 Twin Engine
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2024 Volvo S60 T8 Twin Engine add over the B4?
Against the B4, 5 features become standard that the B4 does not and 4 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.