Volvo S40 is a find for a stylish and elegant car enthusiast. His forms will pleasantly surprise you, and appearance will give your image of individuality.

The beginning of the way Volvo S40.

In early September 1995, the new model from Volvo, the S40 car took place.

At first, this car was named as V4 / S4, however, after Volvo was accused of plagiarism, that is, for the use of other people's abbreviations, therefore, the names of sports cars from Audi were designated, this prototype was immediately renamed S40.

At the same time, the numbers mean the sequence number of the model, and the letter in the title defined its type of car, as follows: C - convertible or coupe, V - pickup, and S - sedan. The S40-I model was completely different from my previous cars both on your device and design.

In the starting configuration, it was 3 types of motors: turbodiel at 1.9 liters and 2 gasoline on 2 and 3 liters, respectively.

The result of the work that lasted 3 years and based on feedback from consumers.

VOLVO S40 2000

Since 1995, the latest generation of Volvo S40 car has been released, which was released from the factory in 2000.

More than 1500 parts were changed on such a model, as a result of which it was produced about 30 improvements that were distributed on design, environmental friendliness, safety, dynamism and quality.

Such a vehicle as the S40-I model is one of the safest cars in the middle class. And thanks to such improvements - it became more convenient, comfortable and safe.

Some innovations were added to the new and exquisite design of the car, such as a new wiper, front wings, side molding, double headlights.

New elevated lateral lights, fog lights, turn signs, transparent rear lights, and plane discs, bumper and rear panel were added.

Meanwhile, it was significantly increased: the track of the front wheels, the length of the car itself and their base is 18, 33 and 12 millimeters, respectively. The S40-I model Volvo became the only machine in its class, which was installed on a two-level airbag and an inflated curtain, as standard for all types.

A lot of improvements were made in the chassis of the car: the latest supports for the motor and the front wheels suspension, which significantly improves the handling on the winter road, protection against noise and comfort when driving.

The internal design of the car also underwent certain changes. The main console was seriously improved: the modern design of the audio system was made, the mirror controls and windows were transferred to the door, the lower shelf became more convenient, the climate control panel was updated. 2 new upholstery types, updated seats and a multifunctional console above the tunnel were added.

The driving part of the S40-th model consists of a transversely located four-cylinder engine and anterior drive system. The choice of buyers of this car offers 3 gasoline engines or 1 diesel. The version of the turbocharged engine has a power equal to 200 horsepower.

These motors react very powerfully and quickly pressing the pedal of the accelerator. What, in turn, makes it possible to quite quickly dial the required speed when overtaking the truck or the completion of the rotation. It also means a much smaller number of transmissions in urban conditions.

The gearbox can be a 5-speed mechanical or 4-speed automatic with 3 control modes. In both options, the maximum transmission is accelerating, for economical and quiet driving on the country highway.

VOLVO S40 2007 release car

The Swedish company Volvo, in early 2003 releases the following generation of the S40-th model from the conveyor.

This car has become much less than its "fellow" in size, about 50 millimeters, but has become more competitive among Odnoklassniki. The main highlight in the interior was the unique central console, which has a free space under him - this is an innovative conclusion, never ever encountered on vehicles of this class.

This fully improved car already in its starting configuration has the most patented, advanced equipment and Volvo systems in the field of personal and passive safety, including the chassis significantly increased in comparison with the existing basis.

Including the width of the rear and front axle; Improved SIPS systems; Areas of gradual "destruction" to absorb the blow strength; Safety framework details made of extremely durable steel and body with torsion rigidity by 68% more than previous models.

In the 2003 machines there are fog lights, previously installed only as one of the options, now they began to install them in the starting version. The standard S40 model specification includes: heated front seats, power windows and air conditioning.

These cars differed from their previous versions of the availability of all their options. The newest VOLVO S40 car can be equipped according to the order: garrotron, cruise control system, electric driver's seat, built-in telephone, dynamic control of thrust and stabilization of DSTC, bi-xenon headlights. As well as STC stabilization and control system and placed on the steering wheel with remote control and many others.

Recently, Volvo car safety system has become already familiar. The newest model matches all NCAP conditions. The S40s also appeared unique systems that were not attended by any machine and are not binding on NCAP, but the VOLVO's imaging as the main security element in the creation of cars.

Motors that installed on S40

For the Volvo S40 car family, 8 four-cylinder engines were envisaged. Gasoline engines were about 6. These are 3 variants of the 1st power unit with a size of 2 liters, which in the atmospheric variant issues as many as 136 "horses", with a turbocharger of strong pressure on 200 horses and with a lower pressure and developing force equal to 165 horses. . There were also 2 motor, almost the same volume, but absolutely different in their capacity - 125, 122 and 110-strong volume by almost 2 liters. This composition of the engines also included 2 turbo diesel engines with direct injection type of Common Rail, which at the volume of the engine in almost 2 liters, develop 115 and 102 horsepower, respectively.

The S40-I model 2003 released, has become staffed at the Volvo Cars factory in the city of Ghent, Belgium. Creating previous cars of this version at the factory of this company in the city of Born, the Netherlands was stopped.

Progress does not stand still

After 4 years, Volvo presented the updated S40. The main task of which was a facelifting carrying out the appearance of the entire line in accordance with the latest corporate style, which was called the S80-I model.

Interior design was designed for people with a young soul who know how to perceive new. Details of Volvo ordinary design in combination with the latest lines create a sense of machine accessories to a newer generation. Superior, a athletic image can visually repeat the appearance of such large models as V70 and S80. These cars are externally recognized by the modified head optics and exhaust system nozzles, a radiator grid with a large logo and bumpers.

To all of the time, the challenged design of the car added in power and received the original dressing in the interior. The avant-garde interior design of the interior of the cabin is made in the style of Hi-Tech. Meanwhile, the salon received an updated seat upholstery in the color of Spring Green. Inside the cabin trim and the average console are completely re-decorated. After these changes, in the cabin it became noticeably more reasonable. Premium Sound Sound Sound System can play now WMA and MP3 files and is characterized by good spatial sound.

Included with this car go such engines:

1. 2 Motor with a volume of almost 3 liters and with a capacity of 170 and 140 horses.
2. The engine operating on gasoline with a volume of 2 liters and power is 145 horses.
3. Motor operating on gasoline by almost 2 liters and strength - 100 horses.

In addition to such power units, the company Volvo offers a four-cylinder motor for almost 2 liters, and operating 15% of gasoline and 85% ethanol. The best version of the T5 motor received an increase in power up to 10 horsepower, as a result of which 230 units began to issue. Together with these 3 diesel engines: 2x2 and 3 liter volumes and 10, 136 and 110 horsepower facilities.

The car S40 is serially equipped with the latest security systems. In dangerous situations, EBL comes into effect: if the driver slows down strongly, the rear stop signals light up intensively and brighter than usual. Optionally assumed bi-xenon adaptive headlights.