Volvo S40 Generation 2. Modern styling with a clear Volvo heritage.
At Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2003 a new Volvo made its debut, the S40. This second generation Volvo S40 has got a modern styling with a clear Volvo heritage. Inside the car, we find a new design language with a clear Scandinavian influence.
Volvo S40 comes with a wide range of engines, four cylinder and for the first time also five cylinder gas engines for the medium sized Volvo cars. A four cylinder turbo diesel is also part of the program.
The new Volvo S40 can also be equipped with an all wheel drive system.
Volvo S40 has a body with 68% more torsion stiffness than its predecessor. It has also a high level of safety with a new patented front structure which has several crumple zones.
Technical Specifications
Model: S40 GENERATION 2
Variants: AWD
Produced: 2003-2012
Volume: Production running
Body: 4-door sedan
Engine: 4-cyl in-line DOHC 1.596 cc, 1.798 cc. 5-cyl in-line DOHC, 2.435, 2.521 cc or 4-cyl in-line DI Turbo Diesel 1.998 cc
Transmission: 5-speed or 6-speed manual, 5-speed automatic
Brakes: Hydraulic, disc brakes all round
Dimensions: Overall length 176 in, wheelbase 104 in
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