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Volvo V40 Combi (VW) 2.0 T4 (200 Hp)
Overall Rating
7.1 / 10
Combi (VW) Overview:
Volvo V40 (Combi (VW)). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1335 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.3 s). The top speed reaches 235 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.
2.0 T4 (200 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Outstanding performance for a compact estate of its era, offering brisk acceleration and strong overtaking power.
Fuel Economy
Surprisingly good fuel economy given its high power output, making it a potent yet reasonable choice.
Best Use Case:
Enthusiast driving, spirited highway cruising, long-distance travel.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Combi (VW): 1995 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | V40 |
| Generation: | Combi (VW) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 T4 (200 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 102.7 Hp/l [36mm more] |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B4194T More details about the engine B4194T |
| Engine displacement: | 1948 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 224.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1335 |
| Max. weight: | 1810 |
| Max load: | 475 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1421 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 471 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4516 mm [36mm more] |
| Width: | 1716 mm [4mm less] |
| Height: | 1425 mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2562 mm [12mm more] |
| Front track: | 1472 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1474 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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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