Engineering:Volvo V40 (P1)

Volvo V40
Overview
Manufacturer	Volvo Cars
Also called	V40 Cross Country
Production	2012–present
Model years	2013–present
Assembly	Belgium: Ghent (VCG) Malaysia: Shah Alam (VCMM)
Designer	Peter Horbury Chris Benjamin Pontus Fontaeus
Body and chassis
Class	Compact car / Small family car (C)
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	Global C platform
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: T2, T3, T4 1.6 L I4 T2, T3, T4, T5 Drive-E 2.0 L I4 T4 2.0 L, T5 2.5 L I5 Diesel: D2 1.6 L I4 D3, D4 2.0 L I5 D4 Drive-E 2.0 L I4
Transmission	6-speed Volvo M66 manual 6-speed Powershift 6-speed Aisin TF-80SD automatic 6-speed Aisin TF-71SC automatic 8-speed Aisin TG-81SC automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,647 mm (104.2 in)
Length	4,369 mm (172.0 in)
Width	1,802 mm (70.9 in) 2,041 mm (80.4 in) with mirrors
Height	1,445 mm (56.9 in)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight	1,357–1,498 kg (2,992–3,303 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Volvo C30 Volvo S40 Volvo V50

The Volvo V40 is a small family car manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars since 2012.
It was unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show and has been on sale in Europe since May 2012, and the United Kingdom since August 2012.

Models

V40

The V40 was designed by American Chris Benjamin, the interior is the work of Pontus Fontaeus, and was the last Volvo to be designed under Peter Horbury, before he moved to Volvo's parent Geely. It is built on the Global C platform with modifications to the electric power steering, and revised spring and damper settings.

The engine lineup in Volvo models, with two petrol engines; a 1.6 litre EcoBoost I4 producing either 150 or 180 hp, dependent on specification, and a 2.5 litre Volvo B525 I5 producing 254 hp, and two diesel engines; a 1.6 litre PSA Peugeot Citroen / Ford Duratorq engine, which produces 115 hp, whilst only emitting 94 g/km of CO₂, and a 2.0 litre I5 Volvo diesel engine available in two versions, 150 hp and 177 hp. In some countries, the V40 T5 uses a 2.0 litre I5 (B5204T9) producing 213 hp @6000 rpm and 300 nm from 2,700 to 5,000 rpm.

From the model year of 2014, Volvo has begun fitting its in house developed Drive E (VEA) diesel and petrol engines to the V40. As of January 2015, these engines are available in the new V40 D4 (replacing the previous five cylinder D4) and V40 T5 (replacing the petrol five cylinder T5).

From 2015, Volvo introduced a new D2 engine with a 2.0 litre engine producing 120HP. Also available is the IntelliSafe safety precrash system.

From 2014, Volvo has fitted their new in house developed Drive-E (VEA) engines to some models in the range of the V40. Available in both the V40 and V40 Cross Country bodies, the D4 Drive E includes a four cylinder twin turbo diesel engine rated 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp) and 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft), a six speed manual transmission tuned for improved fuel economy, pressure feedback from each fuel injector, reduced friction, and a smart valve solution on the cooling system for a more rapid heat up phase after a cold start.

The T5 Drive-E includes a four cylinder turbo petrol engine rated 243 PS (179 kW; 240 hp) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft), with eight speed automatic transmission.

These new engines replace the older, but identically branded, five cylinder engines.

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  Pre-facelift Volvo V40 (DE)

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  Pre-facelift Volvo V40 (AU)

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  Volvo V40 Interior (JP)

Volvo V40 Cross Country (2013–present)

The Cross Country is a version of the Volvo V40 with protective body panels, bigger wheels and tyres along with an increased ride height. Its T4 and T5 petrol variants feature Haldex Gen-5 All Wheel Drive as an option, along with hill descent control. The V40 Cross Country is equipped with more powerful engines than the regular V40

In June 2013, Volvo launched the V40 Cross Country in India, and is priced at Rs. 28.5 lakh.

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  Volvo V40 Cross Country (AU; pre-facelift)

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  Volvo V40 Cross Country (AU; pre-facelift)

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  Volvo V40 Cross Country (UK; facelift)

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  Volvo V40 Cross Country (UK; facelift)

2016 facelift

A facelifted V40 made an appearance. This new version of the V40 includes the Thor's hammer headlights, as featured on the XC90 II, S90 II and V90 II. There is also the option opened for straw patterned seats on the interior.

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  Facelift Volvo V40 R-Design (UK)

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  Facelift Volvo V40 T3 Momentum (AU)

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  Facelift Volvo V40 T3 Momentum (AU)

Engines

Petrol engines

Model	Engine code	Year(s)	Power	Torque @rpm	Displacement	Comment
T3	B4164T3	2012–2015	150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp)	240 N⋅m (180 lb⋅ft) @1600–4000	1,596 cc (97.4 in3)
T4	B4164T	2012–2015	180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp)	240 N⋅m (180 lb⋅ft) @1600–5000	1,596 cc (97.4 in3)
T3	B4154T2	2015–	152 PS (112 kW; 150 hp)	250 N⋅m (180 lb⋅ft) @ 1700-4000	1,498 cc (91.4 in3)	VEA
T4	B4204T19	2015–	190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp)	300 N⋅m (220 lb⋅ft) @ 1300-4000	1,969 cc (120.2 in3)	VEA

Diesel engines

Model	Engine code	Year(s)	Power	Torque @rpm	Displacement	Comment
D2	D4162T	2012–	115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp)	270 N⋅m (200 lb⋅ft) @1750–2500	1,560 cc (95.2 in3)	PSA
D3	D5204T6	2012–	150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp)	350 N⋅m (260 lb⋅ft) @1500–2750	1,984 cc (121.1 in3)	VD5
D4	D5204T4	2012–	177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp)	400 N⋅m (300 lb⋅ft) @1750–2750	1,984 cc (121.1 in3)	VD5

From 2012 to 2014: Two petrol engines, a 1.6 litre EcoBoost I4 producing 120, 150 and 180 hp, according to specifications and a 2.5 litre five cylinder (last evolution of the T5) producing 254 hp. Two diesel engines, a 1.6 litre Ford Duratorq, which produces 115 hp, a 2.0 litre five cylinder Volvo, developing 150 hp (D3) or 177ch (D4).

2014 to present: Two petrol engines, a 1.6 litre EcoBoost I4 producing 120, 150 and 180 hp, according to specifications and a 2.0 litre (Volvo VEA) producing 245 hp. Three diesel engines, a 1.6 litre Ford Duratorq, which produces 115 hp, a 2.0 liter five cylinder Volvo developing 150 hp (D3) and a 2.0 litre (Volvo VEA) four cylinder with 190hp (D4).

Awards

• Best Executive Hatch, at the Scottish Car of the Year awards in 2012, which was held in Glasgow, Scotland on October 14, 2012.
• Auto Express Safety Award 2013, held at Grand Connaught Rooms, London on July 2, 2013.
• Best Medium Family Car and 2013 Car of the Year, by the motoring website Carsite.co.uk on July 2, 2013.