Volvo Penta D4-180 – Marine Diesel Engine 180 HP

Deliver 180 horsepower at 2800 RPM to your shaft drive with the Volvo Penta D4-180. Featuring a heavy-duty 3.7-liter inline 4-cylinder engine block, this diesel motor provides high low-end torque for displacement cruisers, commercial fishing boats, and heavy motor yachts. Common-rail fuel injection and a turbocharged, aftercooled induction system work together to deliver clean combustion and responsive throttle performance under heavy loads.

Closed freshwater heat exchanger cooling prevents saltwater from entering the engine block, extending component life. Built on an SAE 3 flywheel housing, the package includes a 115-amp alternator, Electronic Vessel Control network integration, and a dry weight of 482 kg.

Engine Performance and Engineering

Heavy-duty iron block casting and advanced fuel injection give this Volvo Penta inboard engine exceptional durability. Pressure-feed wet sump lubrication with 9 liters of oil capacity protects internal components, while the EVC system provides digital throttle accuracy.

Why Choose the Volvo Penta D4-180 Inboard Marine Engine

Boaters select the D4-180 marine engine for its robust 3.7-liter 4-cylinder block and low-rpm 180 horsepower torque curve. Its turbocharged common-rail design provides quiet, smoke-free operation for displacement cruisers and workboats. Closed freshwater cooling, SAE 3 housing compatibility, and digital EVC controls make it a dependable long-term investment.

Warranty and Support

Volvo Penta covers this engine package with a 2-Year Factory Limited Warranty protecting against manufacturing defects. provides pre-purchase technical guidance and freight shipping customer support. Prior to freight shipment, staff verify the crated engine package against the confirmed order details. Review the applicable warranty information on before completing your order.

Before Ordering the Volvo Penta D4-180 Inboard Marine Engine

Measure your engine compartment hatch opening and height clearance for a 3.7-liter inline 4-cylinder engine. Confirm your hydraulic transmission gear ratio, shaft coupler bolt pattern, and battery cold cranking amps before placing your order.