We were invited to an exclusive showing of new, 2016 Volvo Penta marine engines in Chesapeake Virginia and were shown these new ” Next Generation” engines that will be powering boats in 2016. During a tour by Volvo Penta engineers, we saw firsthand some of the expertise and technology that went into the design and manufacture of these new marine engines. During sea trials, we got to feel,hear and run these new engines in a variety of boats.
Key Features
1. Industry-first direct fuel injection which contributes to better low-end torque and unmatched fuel efficiency
2. Lightweight all-aluminum block for unparalleled power-to-weight ratio
3. Standard closed cooling for more consistent internal temperature, longer life with no internal parts exposed to raw or salt water
4. Industry-first wideband oxygen sensors optimizing the engine for varying fuel quality and also reducing carbon monoxide emissions by 95 percent
5. Variable Valve Timing which optimizes torque throughout the full acceleration range
6. Standardization across full product line of marine gas engines with common parts and service points to reduce the number of parts dealers need to carry and simplify service and maintenance.
Look for our complete report on Volvo Penta’ s new 2016 engines coming soon. In the meantime, here are images of the new engines along with some preliminary specs. You can also visit Volvo Penta’s special website for these engines at http://www.volvopentanextgeneration.com/
Specs
V6-200
V6-2001 V6-200-C
Horsepower, KW (hp) 149 (200)
Engine speed, rpm 5800
Displacement, I (in3) 4.3 (262)
Number of cylinders V6
Bore/stroke, mm (in.) 99.6/92.0 (392/3.62)
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Fuel system Spark Ignited Direct Injection
Available Volvo Penta Drive(s) SX, DPS
Dry weight with DP, incl. prop. & PS, kg (lb) 408(899), 410(903)
Rating 52
The engine complies with
US EPA3, CAN4,
EU RCD US EPC, CARB,
EU RCD, BS03
V6-240
Engine designations
V6-2401 V6-240-C V6-240-CE
Horsepower, KW (hp) 179 (240)
Engine speed, rpm 5800
Displacement, I (in3) 4.3 (262)
Number of cylinders V6
Bore/stroke, mm (in.) 99.6/92.0 (3.92/3.62)
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Fuel system Spark Ignited Direct Injection
Available Volvo Penta Drive(s)
SX, DPS, OX SX, DPS, OX, FWD SX, DPS, OX, FWD
Dry weight with DP, incl. prop. & PS, kg (lb)
408 (899) 410 (903) 412 (908)
Rating 52
The engine complies with
US EPA3,
CAN4, EU RCD US EPA, CARB, EU RCD, BSO3 US EPA, CARB, EU RCD, BSO 5
V6-280
Engine designations
V6-2801 V6-280-C V6-280-CE
Horsepower, KW (hp)
209 (280)
Engine speed, rpm
5800
Displacement, I (in3)
4.3 (262)
Number of cylinders V6
Bore/stroke, mm (in.) 99.6/92.0 (3.92/3.62)
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Fuel system Spark Ignited Direct Injection
Available Volvo Penta Drive(s)
SX, DPS, OX SX, DPS, OX, FWD SX, DPS, OX, FWD
Dry weight with DP, incl. prop. & PS, kg (lb)
408 (899) 410 (903) 412 (908)
Rating 52
The engine complies with
US EPA3,
CAN4, EU RCD US EPA, CARB, EU RCD, BSO 5 US EPA, CARB, EU RCD, BSO
V8-300
Engine designations
V8-300-C V8-300-CE
Horsepower, KW (hp) 240 (300)
Engine speed, rpm 5800
Displacement, I (in3) 5.3 (323)
Number of cylinders V8
Bore/stroke, mm (in.) 99.6/92.0 (3.92/3.62)
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Fuel system Spark Ignited Direct Injection
Available Volvo Penta Drive(s) SX, DPS, OX, FWD
Dry weight with DP, incl. prop. & PS, kg (lb)
450 (991) 452 (996)
Rating 52
The engine complies with US EPA, CARB, EU RCD
V8_350
Engine designations
V8-350-C V8-350-CE
Horsepower, KW (hp) 261 (350)
Engine speed, rpm 5800
Displacement, I (in3) 5.3 (323)
Number of cylinders V8
Bore/stroke, mm (in.) 99.6/92.0 (3.92/3.62)
Compression ratio 11.0:1
Fuel system Spark Ignited Direct Injection
Available Volvo Penta Drive(s) DPS, OX, FWD
Dry weight with DP, incl. prop. & PS, kg (lb)
450 (991) 452 (996)
Rating 52
The engine complies with US EPA, CARB, EU RCD
