Volkswagen Golf vs Volvo V40 Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Premium design and build quality Punchy engine performance  Read More	--
Things we don't like	Stiff ride quality Limited shoulder room at the back Read More	--

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	62 L
Length	4258 mm	4369 mm
Width	1799 mm	1802 mm
Height	1452 mm	1439 mm
Wheel Base	2620 mm	2647 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats
Kerb Weight	--	1471 kg

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Engine Details

Engine	1.4 L TSI Turbocharged 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	2.0 L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder 16-Valve Petrol Engine
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC

Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	1395 cc	1969 cc
Power	148 hp	190 hp
Torque	250 Nm	300 Nm
Acceleration	--	6.9 s
Top Speed	--	210 kmph

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Dual Clutch	Automatic
Gear Box	7-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	Yes

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	16 Inch
Tyre Size	205/55 R16	205/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R16

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Safety

Advance Safety Feature	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist	City Safety, Hill Start Assist, Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert City Safety, Hill Start Assist, Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	No	No
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	--
Vehicle Stability Control System	--	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	No	No
Cruise Control	No	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	No	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Central Console Armrest	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	--
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	No
Touch Screen	Yes	--
Additional Features	8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto 8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto	Daytime Running Lights (LED), Exterior Mirror with Ground Lights Daytime Running Lights (LED), Exterior Mirror with Ground Lights
DVD Player	--	No

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	No
Leather Seats	No	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	--	No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	--	Yes

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Halogen Halogen	LED LED
Fog Lights Front	Yes	No
Fog Lights Rear	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	No
Roof Rail	No	No
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	No	--
Additional Features	8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto 8'' Touchscreen Composition Media with MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto	Daytime Running Lights (LED), Exterior Mirror with Ground Lights Daytime Running Lights (LED), Exterior Mirror with Ground Lights
Rear Window Washer	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Outside Temperature Display	--	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	--	Yes