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Apart from the name, already used for a 1995 car, the V40 is a new car from all points of view.
For the first time, in fact, Volvo offers a compact five-door hatchback that will put in the niche premium C-segment, which primarily aims to compete with the new Audi A3 (preview in this issue) and will be Delivery from September. But it will bother even the BMW 1 Series, the new Mercedes-(coming in September) and the Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Aesthetically, the new V40 is born under a lucky star.
The design of the body stems from the success of the V60, but here the wedge shape and marked long-term, a pointed snout give the car a strong personality and is very showy.
As confirmed by the interest that we read in the faces of many passers-by during our first road test.
Bella is also the tail, with the largest black element that integrates the rear, Volvo boomerang taillights and license plate moved down into the bumper. One detail that distinguishes the V40 from the other models of the House and gives a touch of aggression to watch.
If the outside to catch all the first glance for its bold lines, the interior closely follows the philosophy of Volvo.
The fact is typically Scandinavian style (though, I remember, now owned by the China Geely Volvo V40 and is built in the Netherlands), made of simple lines, essentially, most of the rationality of appearance.
In this stand the typical thin center console that Volvo collects all the commands for efficient air conditioning and digital instrumentation, the color changes and directions to the second choice of driver
Three programs: normal, brown, green, sea green, and red sport. Choose eco, among other things, an indicator on the left shows if you drive properly or walk too heavy.
The space is good and comfortable journey especially if you're four, because the rear seat has two armchairs connected by a center pillow.
Another detail that gives it a sporty touch.
Visibility, however, is poor because the high waistline requires a driving position a bit more "depressed and because the side windows and rear window are small.
Fortunately, Volvo expects that the camera on the back and several acoustic and visual signals to warn when you are too close to surrounding objects or self.
Of the three engines available at launch - 1.6 turbo diesel, 2.0 turbo diesel and petrol 1.6 - Italy Volvo predict that the first is preferred by 55% of buyers.
For this reason we chose for our tests, but also because it promises a fuel consumption and emissions at very low levels.
And because we agree that a 1600 oil is ideal for a compact five-door, as the new Volvo.
On the road, in fact, the performances were brighter than we expected from a diesel engine with only 115 hp.
The operation is smooth and you get good ideas and good shooting, especially if you are constantly over 2,000 rpm.
Then you can move in an agile both in urban centers in the express lanes.
Only climb performance is preferable to use lower speeds of the gearbox, if not inevitably the couple and verve.
We also liked the change, characterized by a smooth and precise engagement and limited excursions of the lever, and steering, cornering pleasantly responsive, lagging only limited turning radius, which makes maneuvering a little laborious. "
But that's the price you pay when you mount tires so wide and bulky. However, thanks to these generous tires, the V40 has excellent handling and outstanding stability on fast mixed.
To confirm the great care that the Swedish House devoted to active and passive safety.
The agile road manners, among other things, is in perfect harmony with the young and dynamic image of the body, which takes quite far from impressive and Volvo square shapes of the older generation.
Now that that, with the V40, Volvo is really able to offer a new and original. This five-door has not remedied within so manic that Audi has no grain of BMW sports. Its engine is not particularly quiet.
But there is certainly a car that goes unnoticed.
It combines in an exemplary way the look and functionality, a skill that a model developed in Sweden by Swedish engineers can not and do not want to miss.
As confirmed by much larger, more expensive models of the House.
2013 New Volvo V40 hatchback
1 Comment:
Wow I really love the hatchback and that color! I'm so happy I came across your blog while I was for Volvo Car Parts because I really think this is going to be my next car. Thank you for sharing this with us!
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