145 hp
Crankshaft Power
108 kW
Crankshaft Power
3.7 litres
Displacement litres
175 hp
Crankshaft Power
129 kW
Crankshaft Power
3.7 litres
Displacement litres
230 hp
Crankshaft Power
169 kW
Crankshaft Power
3.7 litres
Displacement litres
270 hp
Crankshaft Power
199 kW
Crankshaft Power
3.7 litres
Displacement litres
300 hp
Crankshaft Power
221 kW
Crankshaft Power
3.7 litres
Displacement litres
320 hp
Crankshaft Power
235 kW
Crankshaft Power
3.7 litres
Displacement litres
- Durable engine design
- Electronically controlled common-rail injection system
- Electronic Vessel Control
- Electronic shift and throttle
- Gear box with hydraulic clutch
The Volvo Penta D4 is designed for reliability, fuel efficiency, and reduced maintenance costs. This in-line 4-cylinder, 3.7-liter diesel engine features common-rail fuel injection, double overhead camshafts, and a turbo.
Features & Benefits
Optimized performance
Immediate response and optimized performance are complemented by low levels of noise and vibrations, which are further reduced by the balance shaft and optimized engine suspension.
Features & Benefits
Compact and durable
The engine is designed and built for strength, utilizing advanced technology and materials. This provides you with reliable performance and long-term durability.
Features & Benefits
Unique marine torque
Volvo Penta engines are known for their unique marine torque. High torque at low rpm provides fast acceleration to the plane and strong maneuvering power. Even at high load and high rpm, the torque remains strong, delivering efficient cruising speeds in various conditions.
Features & Benefits
Designed for fuel efficiency
The common-rail fuel injection system contributes to the engine’s fuel efficiency. The control unit monitors several parameters to help reduce overall fuel consumption.
Features & Benefits
Electronic Vessel Control
Volvo Penta Electronic Vessel Control integrates the propulsion system, offering you a range of optional features such as Joystick Docking and Glass Cockpit.
Features & Benefits
Extended service intervals
Volvo Penta propulsion systems are designed for ease of maintenance. Our range of high-quality oil, lubrication, and coolant is designed to support reliable performance and extended time at sea. Standard features include a replaceable separate full-flow and bypass oil filter, oil level and temperature sensors, and a crankcase oil separator to help maintain the engine’s condition.
Technical data
Performance | D4 - 145 hp | D4 - 175 hp | D4 - 230 hp | D4 - 270 hp | D4 - 300 hp | D4 - 320 hp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crankshaft power | 108 kW/145 hp | 129 kW/175 hp | 169 kW/230 hp | 199 kW/270 hp | 221 kW/300 hp | 235 kW/320 hp |
| Rating | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement litres | 3.7 litres | 3.7 litres | 3.7 litres | 3.7 litres | 3.7 litres | 3.7 litres |
| Displacement cui | 224 in³ | 224 in³ | 224 in³ | 224 in³ | 224 in³ | 224 in³ |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Control System | Electronic Vessel Control | Electronic Vessel Control | Electronic Vessel Control | Electronic Vessel Control | Electronic Vessel Control | Electronic Vessel Control |
| High-pressure fuel injection | Common-rail fuel injection | Common-rail fuel injection | Common-rail fuel injection | Common-rail fuel injection | Common-rail fuel injection | Common-rail fuel injection |
| Aspiration | Turbo with charge air cooler | Turbo with charge air cooler | Turbo with charge air cooler | Turbo with charge air cooler | Turbo with charge air cooler | Turbo with charge air cooler |
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| Cooling System | Heat Exchanger Cooling, Keel Cooling | Heat Exchanger Cooling, Keel Cooling | Heat Exchanger Cooling, Keel Cooling | Heat Exchanger Cooling, Keel Cooling | Heat Exchanger Cooling, Keel Cooling | Heat Exchanger Cooling, Keel Cooling |
| ProductSeries | 4 liter series | 4 liter series | 4 liter series | 4 liter series | 4 liter series | 4 liter series |
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