Collection: Used Volvo Engines For Sale

Browse Volvo Engines by Year

Pick your model year for VIN-matched 2018 or 2017 inventory. More year pages coming online weekly — if your year is not yet linked, text us your VIN and we will match you.

Volvo Engines We Cover

Real engines from our warehouse, tested and ready to ship. Our Volvo inventory spans every major engine family Volvo has produced for the U.S. market.

Drive-E 2.0L T5/T6 Turbo I4

S60, V60, XC60, XC90, S90, V90 (2014+). Modern turbocharged (T5) and twincharged (T6, supercharged + turbocharged) 2.0L four — Volvo's modular flagship. First-gen (2014-2016) had turbo actuator and PCV issues; 2017+ improved.

Drive-E T8 Twin-Charged Polestar Hybrid

XC90 T8, S90 T8, XC60 T8, V60 Polestar (2016+). Twincharged 2.0L plug-in hybrid — supercharger + turbocharger + rear electric motor. Highest-power Drive-E variant. Year-locked to hybrid battery and rear motor.

B5254T 2.5L Turbo Inline-5

S60, V70, XC70, XC60 (2005-2013). Volvo's classic light-pressure turbo five — T5 badge covers multiple variants (T2/T3/T4). Verify variant code by VIN. Timing belt is a wear item, replace at install.

B6304T 3.0L Turbo Inline-6

S80, XC90, XC70 (2007-2014). Volvo's modern inline-six turbo. KNOWN PCV / OIL TRAP FAILURE leading to oil consumption. We inspect PCV system on every B6304T in inventory.

B5244S 2.4L Whiteblock I5 (NA)

S60, V70, S80, XC70 (1999-2011). Naturally aspirated whiteblock inline-five — durable and simple, timing belt is the primary wear item. Replace timing belt at install if service history is uncertain.

B5234T 2.3L Turbo R-Series I5

850 T5R (1994-1995), S70 R (1998-2000), V70R (1998-2000, 2003-2007). High-pressure turbo whiteblock — iconic Volvo performance five. Enthusiast-driven demand, verify no aggressive tuning history.

B6324S 3.2L Naturally-Aspirated I6

S80 3.2, XC60 3.2, XC70 3.2, XC90 3.2 (2007-2014). Naturally-aspirated 3.2L inline-six — same block as B6304T without the turbo. Chain-driven, no timing belt. Tested and warrantied.

B8444S 4.4L Yamaha V8

XC90 V8, S80 V8 (2005-2011). Yamaha-built 4.4L V8 — rare, low production volume. Specialist sourcing required. High demand from XC90 V8 enthusiasts. Tested and warrantied.

D5 2.4L Turbodiesel Inline-5

S60, V70, XC60, XC70, XC90, S80 (2001-2015, non-US primarily but present in gray market and Canadian imports). Torque-rich turbodiesel five. Confirm US emissions compliance for your state before purchase.

B230 "Redblock" I4 (240/740/940)

240 (1985-1993), 740 (1985-1992), 940 (1991-1995). Legendary iron-block Volvo four — the "redblock" earned its 500K-mile reputation. Simple, durable, huge parts availability. Tested and warrantied.

Drive-E B4204T2 (T4) Lower-Boost I4

S60 T4, XC40 T4 (2014-2020). Lower-boost variant of the Drive-E platform — same block as T5, different tune and turbo. Same first-generation issues apply on 2014-2016 units.

More Volvo Engines

Plus Older B6304S 3.0L NA I6, B6244S 2.4L NA I5 variants, C30/S40 1.6L D2 diesel, and V8-related B8444S variants — text us your VIN.

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Why Buy a Used Volvo Engine from Auto Power Source

Volvo's engine lineage is unusual in the industry — spanning the iconic B230 "redblock" iron-block four from the 240/740/940 era (with its 500K-mile reputation), the classic whiteblock inline-five turbos (B5234T R-series performance, B5254T T5), the modern Drive-E modular 2.0L four (T5/T6 turbo, T8 twincharged Polestar hybrid), the inline-six 3.0L turbo (B6304T with its documented PCV failure), and the unique Yamaha-built 4.4L V8 in the XC90. Each generation has distinct known issues, and Volvo engineers changed course several times — abandoning inline-six for modular fours, then introducing hybrid twincharging with the T8. Buying a Volvo engine correctly requires knowing which generation you're working with.

Our 600+ Volvo engines all come from low-mileage donor vehicles, cataloged by VIN, and held in our climate-controlled warehouse. Every unit clears our six-step process: VIN-matched to donor and target, ASE-certified compression test on every cylinder, leak-down evaluation, run-stand noise & smoke verification, full visual inspection, multi-angle photographs sent for your approval, and palletized freight. On B6304T inline-six units we specifically inspect PCV system and oil trap condition (the documented failure point). On Drive-E T5/T6/T8 first-generation units (2014-2016) we verify turbo actuator and PCV condition. On whiteblock B5244S/B5254T units we always recommend replacing the timing belt at install.

You pay a fraction of dealer pricing for identical Volvo engineering, ship free on a heavy-duty pallet anywhere in the continental U.S., and get 30 days from delivery to return — no restocking fees. Up to a 3-year warranty covers you after install. Across 100,000+ Engines+Transmissions In Stock, our fitment-related return rate stays at 0%.

Your Volvo Engine Options: Compared

Most Volvo owners face four real choices when their engine fails:

Tested used OEM hits the sweet spot — same engineering as new, fraction of the cost.

Volvo Engine Buying Guide

Five things to verify before buying a used Volvo engine:

1. B6304T inline-six PCV / oil trap is THE known failure point. The 3.0L turbo inline-six (S80, XC90, XC70, 2007-2014) has a documented PCV/oil trap failure that causes progressive oil consumption. If unaddressed, it can lead to seal failures and eventual full teardown. We inspect PCV condition on every B6304T before listing and disclose any signs of oil consumption in the donor history.
2. First-generation Drive-E (2014-2016) had turbo actuator and PCV issues. The T5, T6, and T8 Drive-E variants launched 2014 had two documented early issues: electric turbo wastegate actuator failure and PCV diaphragm cracking. Volvo issued technical service bulletins and 2017+ units have improved parts. We verify actuator and PCV condition on every first-gen Drive-E in inventory.
3. B8444S Yamaha V8: rare, specialist sourcing. The 4.4L V8 in XC90 V8 and S80 V8 (2005-2011) was built for Volvo by Yamaha in Japan. Low production volume means we source these on request from qualified Volvo donors, not from general inventory. Text us your VIN if you need a B8444S — turnaround is typically longer than the volume engines.
4. Whiteblock timing belt is a hard requirement at install. The B5244S 2.4L NA I5 and B5254T 2.5L Turbo I5 whiteblocks (S60, V70, S80, XC70, 1999-2013) all use a timing belt (not chain). If the donor's belt service history is uncertain, replace at install. Belt failure on the whiteblock causes valve-to-piston contact and can total the long-block.
5. T8 Polestar Hybrid is year-locked to its battery and rear motor. The Drive-E T8 twincharged hybrid (XC90 T8, S90 T8, XC60 T8, V60 Polestar) integrates the front twincharged engine with a rear electric motor and a specific traction battery pack. You cannot mix a 2018 T8 engine into a 2022 chassis without also swapping the hybrid system as a set. Confirm donor year exactly.

Our ASE-certified technicians verify every one of these points against your VIN before any engine ships.

Learn More: Volvo Engine Guides

Practical guides from our team — how to install a used Volvo engine, what to check on delivery, and what really matters when buying online.

APS Preinstallation Guide

Step-by-step guide to properly installing a used engine — what to inspect, prep, and torque before first start.

Post-Install Maintenance Checklist

Keep your used engine running like new — the break-in period, oil intervals, and warning signs to watch for.

5 Things to Know Before Buying

Warranty terms, VIN matching, mileage, testing, return policy — the checklist every buyer should run through.

After Delivery: Inspection Guide

What to check the moment your engine arrives — freight damage, matching numbers, and what to photograph.

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