Volvo V40

With the elegant ergonomics and a large wheelbase, the cabin of Volvo V40 will definitely impress you. Volvo also allows its users to go for R-Design interiors which customizes the entire looks of the car. The sophisticated upholstery available in both textile and leather trims makes the car look urbane. The ergonomically designed seats have been provided with heating elements and adjustment support. LED interior illumination with 7 individual settings has been provided which further enhances the interior ambiance. Besides that, a 7 inch integrated multimedia display has been provided that works as an interface for navigation, communication and audio system. Several of storage compartments have been ideally positioned boot space of the cars measures 324 litres which can further be enhanced with the 60/40 split arrangement.

Volvo V40 is a perfect paradigm of a dynamic machine that blends high power with elegant appearance. The V40 enjoys its unique exterior styling with its aggressive stance that easily makes the car stand apart from its competitors. The car is available in numerous dynamic exterior body color designs that gives you a fair discretion and one can also opt for the R-Design option to customize your V40 further. The roof spoilers, the chrome finished tail pipes and the high gloss black grille makes the car look captivating. The unique diffuser which has been developed to improve the acceleration attributes further enhances the sportiness. The car comes equipped with alloy wheels measuring 16 inch, 17 inch and 18 inch. The dimensions of the car range from 4369-4370 mm x 1783 mm x 1439-1470 mm(L x W x H) and the wheelbase of the car measures 2647 mm which makes the car quite spacious inside.

Volvo V40 is powered by a 4 cylinder 1.6 litre and a 5 cylinder 2.0 litre petrol engine. The 1.6 litre petrol engine can churn out a maximum power of 132 kW at 5700 rpm alongwith a peak torque of 240 Nm at 1600-5000 rpm. Move up to the 5 cylinder 2.0 litre petrol engine and you will get a maximum power of 157 kW at 6000 rpm alongwith a peak torque of 300 Nm at 2700-5000 rpm. The car is also available in a Cross Country version with bigger wheels which is packed with a 2.0 litre port injection petrol engine and can churn out a maximum power of 187 kW at 6000 rpm alongwith a peak torque of 300 Nm at 2700-3000 rpm. The Volvo Start & Stop technology deployed in the engines deliver a superior fuel economy and the car can give a mileage ranging from 13.3 kmpl to 16.4 kmpl. The six speed powershift transmission deployed in the car enables it to reach 0-100 km/hr in 8.5 seconds, while the 2.0 litre petrol variant can attain that mark in mere 6.9 seconds.

The car has been equipped with the Start & Stop technology automatically shuts the engine off during small stops and can restart in microseconds which automatically results in a superior fuel economy. The advanced McPherson spring strut at the front alongwith the advanced multilink suspension at the rear ensure an effortless drive. The Swedish automakers have equipped the car with copious of safety features the most notable of them being the advanced City Safety System which automatically stops the car at speed upto 50 km/hr in case of an emergency. Besides that, the car has been incorporated with other salient safety features like dual stage airbags for driver and passengers, Anti-submarining protection, Side Impact Protection System and Whiplash Protection System which ensure maximum safety of the passengers.

Verdict:

If you are looking for a compact crossover incorporated with advanced handling and safety features, lavish interiors and a powerful engine, then V40 is the right choice. However, the car lacks in boot space and driving experience as compared to that offered by its rival, BMW 1 series.