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Volvo V40 Combi (VW) 1.6 16V (105 Hp)
Overall Rating
7.1 / 10
Combi (VW) Overview:
Volvo V40 (Combi (VW)). With 143 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1250 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 16V (105 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Entry-level performance, struggling with heavier loads or sustained highway speeds.
Fuel Economy
Not particularly economical for its power output, making it a less appealing choice.
Best Use Case:
City driving, short commutes, light duties.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent safety features for its time (3-star Euro NCAP)
- • Practical and spacious estate body style
- • Comfortable ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Strong performance from turbo petrol engines (T4)
- • Reputable Volvo build quality and durability
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Some base engines are underpowered and/or thirsty
- • Interior plastics can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Older automatic gearboxes can be sluggish
- • Shared platform with Mitsubishi might deter some Volvo purists
- • Certain engines (e.g., GDI) can have specific maintenance complexities
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | V40 |
| Generation: | Combi (VW) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 143 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B4164S |
| Engine displacement: | 1588 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 84 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1250 |
| Max. weight: | 1770 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1421 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 471 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4480 mm |
| Width: | 1720 mm |
| Height: | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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