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    Volvo Cars: 2012 Volvo S40

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Volvo S40 Model Highlights


Volvo S40 Pros
Volvo includes lots of standard comfort and technology features even on these entry-level models. Fuel economy for both the V50 and S40 is surprisingly good: 21 mph in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.

Volvo S40 Model Highlights
The S40 and V50 have two available engines. The 2.4L 5-cylinder makes 168 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. The T5 engine is a 2.5L turbocharged 5-cylinder producing 227 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque. The S40 T5 can be had with all-wheel or front-wheel drive. The V50 T5 is only available with all-wheel drive. The S40 2.4i comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, but it can be upgraded to the "Geartronic" automatic transmission that's standard in the S40 T5 and V50 2.4i. Both T5 all-wheel drive cars come with a 6-speed manual transmission. The S40 and V50 are packed with safety and handling features, such as anti-lock brakes with electronic brake assistance, stability and traction control, tire-pressure monitoring system, side-impact protection, whiplash protection and side airbag curtains that run the length of the passenger compartment. The seats are designed to keep passengers from sliding out from under their seatbelts in the event of a collision, and the front end has been redesigned to minimize injury to pedestrians or cyclists should an accident occur. The T5 R-Design package comes with the 2.5L turbocharged engine. The R-Design adds a body kit, rear spoiler, bigger tailpipes and 5-spoke, 17-inch wheels. The interior gets the R-Design treatment, too, with sport pedals, leather and aluminum steering wheel and embossed leather seats. The 2.4i models start with a power driver's seat, electronic climate control, cruise control, heated mirrors, Bluetooth and HD radio with USB and iPod interfaces. The R-Design models add increased performance, all-wheel drive and small extras like memory for the driver's seat. Some features, such as heated seats, power passenger seat, sunroof, rain sensor and a navigation system are options across the board--no matter which engine you choose.

Volvo S40 Model News
There are few changes to either the S40 or V50 for 2011. It retains the distinctive floating center console, all the safety systems Volvo is famous for and the T5 turbocharged engine.

Volvo S40 Value Writeup
Renowned Volvo safety and comfort; V50 has lots of interior cargo space; powerful turbocharged engine

Volvo S40 Exterior

  • 17" x 7" "Spartacus" alloy wheels
  • 2-speed/intermittent windshield wipers
  • Approach & Home Safe security lighting
  • Black eggcrate grille
  • Color-keyed bumpers & bodyside moldings
  • Front fog lights
  • P205/50R17 Michelin all-season tires
  • Pwr heated mirrors w/integrated turn signals
  • Rear fog light w/auto-off
  • Tinted windows

Volvo S40 Safety

  • 3-point seat belts -inc: front height adjustment, pretensioners for all outboard seating positions
  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) -inc: electronic brake distribution (EBD), emergency brake assist (EBA)
  • Anti-submarine seats
  • Child safety rear door locks
  • Collapsible steering column
  • Daytime running lights
  • Driver/front passenger dual stage airbags -inc: front passenger cutoff switch
  • Driver/front passenger whiplash protection seating system (WHIPS)
  • Dynamic stability & traction control (DSTC)
  • Emergency trunk release
  • ISOFIX child seat attachments -inc: top tether anchors
  • Overhead-mounted seat belt reminder lights
  • Rear window deactivation
  • Side impact protection system (SIPS) -inc: driver/front passenger side-impact airbags, front/rear side inflatable curtains (IC)
  • Tire pressure monitoring system
   

Volvo S40 Paint

InvoiceMSRP
BLACK STONE --
ICE WHITE --
BARENTS BLUE METALLIC $517$550
FLAMENCO RED METALLIC $517$550
SILVER METALLIC $517$550
TITANIUM GREY METALLIC $517$550
  


Volvo S40 Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainFront Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)1.02
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)2.27
First Gear Ratio (:1)4.66
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)1.34
Reverse Ratio (:1)5.11
Second Gear Ratio (:1)3.03
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.98
Trans Description Cont.Automatic,
Trans Description Cont. AgainGeartronic
Trans Order Code 
Trans Type5

Volvo S40 Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)3363

Volvo S40 Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)- TBD -

Volvo S40 Engine
Displacement2.5L/154
Engine Order Code 
Engine TypeTurbocharged Gas I5
Fuel SystemEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM227 @ 5000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM236 @ 1500 - 5000

Volvo S40 Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) 
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) 
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)- TBD -
Suspension Type - FrontMacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) 
Suspension Type - RearMulti-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) 

Volvo S40 Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)- TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)- TBD -

Volvo S40 Vehicle
EPA ClassificationCompact

Volvo S40 Brakes
Brake ABS System4-wheel
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.8 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.0 x - TBD -
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

Volvo S40 Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)30
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)24
  

Volvo S40 Warranty

Basic:5 Years/60,000 Miles/km Corrosion:12 Years/Unlimited Miles/km



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