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The Volvo XC60s with the 2.0L and 2.5L engines have timing belts while the 3.0L and 3.5L engines have timing chains. All have interference engines.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Volvo XC60.
| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-2025 | 2.0L, 2.5L | Timing Belt | Interference |
| 2010-2016 | 3.0L, 3.2L | Timing Chain | Interference |
Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
The 2025 Volvo XC60 has a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with a timing belt and a 2.0L I4 turbo and supercharged 310 PS engine with a timing belt. Both engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.0L I4 Turbo and Supercharged 310 PS | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
The 2024 Volvo XC60 has a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with a timing belt and is interference, and a 2.0L I4 turbo and supercharged 310 PS engine with a timing belt that is also interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.0L I4 Turbo and Supercharged 310 PS | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
All 2023 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |

All 2022 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |

All 2021 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
All 2020 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |

All 2019 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |

All 2018 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |

All 2017 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |

The 2.0L and 2.5L 2016 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine. The 3.0L 2016 Volvo XC60 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.5L Straight 5 Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2.0L and 2.5L 2015 Volvo XC60 models have a timing belt and an interference engine. The 3.0L and 3.2L 2015 Volvo XC60 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 2.5L Straight 5 Turbocharged | Timing Belt | Interference | 90k |
| 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 3.0L and 3.2L 2014 Volvo XC60 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 3.0L and 3.2L 2013 Volvo XC60 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 3.0L and 3.2L 2012 Volvo XC60 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 3.0L and 3.2L 2011 Volvo XC60 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 3.0L and 3.2L 2010 Volvo XC60 models have a timing chain and an interference engine.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L V6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.2L Straight 6 Turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.
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