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    Volvo V40 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models, Interior & News

    Volvo V40 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models, Interior & News

    Volvo's V40 five-door, five-seat hatch was born in 2012, after the brand emerged from Ford ownership and into the arms of Chinese industrial giant Geely.

    It forms the entry-point to the still-Swedish made brand, and the range now includes a higher-riding Cross Country model.

    A much-vaunted all-wheel drive twin-turbo 2.0-litre version known as the Polestar was mooted in 2014, but it hasn't been heard of since.

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    Reviews For Sale VS The Competition Q&As Pricing & Specs Dimensions Fuel Consumption Wheel Size Towing Capacity Interior News
    Rating Summary
    Practicality
    6
    Price and features
    8
    Driving
    7
    Safety
    9
    Overview
    Likes
    Great looks
    Responsive, torquey engine
    Simple to use interior controls
    Dislikes
    Small boot
    Limited rear legroom
    No Apple CarPlay

    Volvo V40 FAQs

    Should I buy this years Volvo V40 D4 Inscription or wait until 2018

    We can’t be sure, but it appears that the V40 could be replaced by an S40 sedan and an XC40 SUV at some time in 2018, probably late in the year. To get an idea of what the new models might look like have a look here

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    Volvo V40 Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Volvo V40 varies based on the trim level you choose. for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Volvo V40 Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Volvo V40 Wagon and Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Volvo V40 Fuel consumption

    The Volvo V40 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 4.5L/100km for Wagon
    Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
    2019 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 4.5L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2019 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 6.9L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: — Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2019 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 4.1L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2019 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 1.5L Fuel Type: — Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2018 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 1.5L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2018 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 4.1L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2018 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 6.9L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2018 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 4.5L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2017 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 1.5L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2017 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 4.1L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2017 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 6.9L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2017 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 4.5L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2016 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 1.5L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2016 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 4.1L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2016 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 6.9L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2016 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 4.5L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2015 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 1.5L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2015 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 4.2L/100km Engine: 1.6L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Volvo V40 Wheel Size

    The Volvo V40 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x55 R16 for Hatchback in 2019.
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    Volvo V40 Towing Capacity

    The Volvo V40 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.
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    Volvo V40 Interior

    The Inscription grade brings milled aluminium trim to the centre console and that leather steering wheel. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    The Inscription grade brings milled aluminium trim to the centre console and that leather steering wheel. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    There's a 7.0-inch touchscreen with reversing camera, sat nav, digital radio, and internet connectivity – but no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    There's a 7.0-inch touchscreen with reversing camera, sat nav, digital radio, and internet connectivity – but no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    All of these buttons will be replaced by a sexy, large touchscreen in the new V40. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    All of these buttons will be replaced by a sexy, large touchscreen in the new V40. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    Legroom in the back is limited - although at 191cm I can just sit behind my driving position. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    Legroom in the back is limited - although at 191cm I can just sit behind my driving position. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    Those small rear doors don’t open wide, making entry and exit potentially difficult for older or less limber folks. (image credit: Richard Berry)
    Those small rear doors don’t open wide, making entry and exit potentially difficult for older or less limber folks. (image credit: Richard Berry)
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    Shown above are interior details for the Volvo V40 2018.