Volvo S40 I with mileage: body iron from VAZ and calipers from Gazelle. Almost like Focus, only better: choose Volvo S40 II with mileage Volvo c40 1st generation
In 1995, Volvo introduced new sedan S4. However, due to the fact that the Audi brand already had, the Swedes had to change the name of the car to S40 (the station wagon began to be called). This car was produced at the NedCar joint venture with Mitsubishi in the Netherlands and was designed on a common platform with the model.
The Volvo S40 was equipped with 1.6 (105–109 hp), 1.8 (115–125 hp) and 2.0 (136–140 hp) petrol engines, and the most powerful versions were 1.9-liter turbocharged engines that developed from 160 to 200 forces. The sedan was also offered with a Renault 1.9 diesel (90–115 hp). In 2001, the model was modernized, but the appearance of the car remained practically unchanged.
2nd generation, 2004–2013
The second-generation Volvo S40 sedan entered the Belgian plant in Ghent in 2004. The station wagon version received the index . The car was created on a common platform with the second generation and first generation models.
Initially, the car was offered only with in-line five-cylinder engines: a 2.4-liter (140 or 170 hp) and a 2.5-liter turbocharged 220 hp. With. The version with 220-horsepower engine was called Volvo S40 T5, it could be not only front-wheel drive, but also all-wheel drive. Later, sedans with four-cylinder power units 1.6 (100 hp), 1.8 (125 hp) and 2.0 (145 hp) went on sale. from 115 to 177 liters. With.
In 2007, the Volvo S40 was upgraded: the design was slightly updated, new options appeared in the equipment list (for example, adaptive head light, blind spot monitoring when changing lanes), and the T5 modification became even more powerful - 230 hp. With. At the same time, the Flexifuel version debuted with a 1.8-liter engine capable of running on a mixture of gasoline and E85 bioethanol. This engine was later replaced by a two-liter one.
The model ended production in 2012 and was replaced by a hatchback.
Things were strange with the little Volvos right from the start. AT model range the Swedish company, they appeared mainly due to the purchase in 1972 of the passenger division of DAF. At that time, small DAF 66 cars were made there, which, respectively, became Volvo 66. But the Swedes did not want to do badge engineering and tried to do something of their own. And now the rear-wheel drive Volvo 340 family appears with its extremely capricious and fragile variator. The experience was deemed unsuccessful.
Models 440/460/480 appear next, but ... something also doesn’t work. It seems that the NedCar plant, which the company “inherited” from DAF, is somehow unlucky ... They want to close it, but the government comes to the rescue, and now a joint venture with Mitsubishi is being created and a new pair of platform cars, Mitsubishi Carisma and Volvo S40, appears, the factory is alive again.
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Volvo 440, 460, 480
But for the Swedes, the experience again turned out to be not very successful from a financial point of view, and by 2001 they were selling their stake in the enterprise and stopping the production of the first generation of the “fortieth” by 2004. And in 2003, the second version of the Volvo S40 was released, which will be my story today. She had nothing to do with the Netherlands and the DAF heritage from the very beginning - it seems to have done her good!
Not Focus at all
Volvo S40 II
A lot of motorists undeservedly consider the second generation S40 just a copy of the mega-popular Ford Focus II. They are not quite right. After all, Swedish engineers also took an active part in the development of the C1 platform, on which the Focus, Mazda 3 and several other models are built. That is why the “second” Focus is so large and surprisingly comfortable for its class – there is a bit of premium Scandinavian blood in its genes. Take a look, because in design it is much closer to the S40 than to its relatives in the concern, and it got the Volvo engines - for the RS and ST versions, they stocked up the Swedish turbocharged “five”. But let's get back to the S40, which shares about 60% of the parts with the Ford, for which brand fans consider it "not a real Volvo."
Ford Focus II
The transfer of production to Belgium, to a factory in Ghent, had a positive effect on quality. Yes, and the car itself was a success, unlike its ancestors, it really was a “little Volvo”, and not a foundling. Comfort, style, all corporate conventions and "chips" in terms of safety and manageability were observed. It cannot be said that the car has become mega-popular, but sales have gone uphill. Produced the second generation S40 from 2003 to 2012, the total production amounted to about three hundred thousand cars. The C1 platform underlying these machines has found its continuation in the EUCD platform, on which all modern machines of this brand are created, so the debate about “realness” can definitely be stopped here and, finally, an obvious fact is recognized. The collaboration with Ford has had a profound impact on the company and has led to the development of some of the most successful and scalable platforms in the global market. And the little Volvo did not lose a bit from this - kinship with one of the most popular cars in the world made it inexpensive to operate, but still of Swedish quality.
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Design features
The design of the S40 is very traditional. The body is load-bearing, with front and rear subframes. Suspension independent, front - MacPherson strut, rear - multi-link. The range of engines is recruited from Ford units, but the most powerful engines are from the Volvo series of in-line fives. Gearboxes here are also either Ford or Japanese Aisin, for which the Swedes were one of the main customers of the automatic transmission. Unlike the simpler Ford and Mazda, Volvo also has an option with all-wheel drive. The main difference from mass relatives on the platform is the build quality, coloring, the number of options and, of course, the abundance of powerful options.
Most of the cars have a 2- or 2.4-liter engine under the hood and an automatic gearbox. Well, the quality paintwork allows you not to think about how to sell an already rusty five-year-old car with maximum profit. The Swedes still make strong and durable cars. However, there are enough difficulties.
Breakdowns and problems in operation
Body and interior
The body is very well painted and also made of galvanized metal. From below it is protected by a thick layer of mastic and a lot of plastic elements, from lockers to sills with aerodynamic panels. The body is noticeably heavier than that of co-platformers - Volvo uses thicker body panels, much more soundproofing materials and higher quality of almost all interior elements. The younger series does not reach the monumentality of at least the “average” S60, but it will easily win the comparison with classmates. The main body problems are associated with the difficulties of recovery after accidents, and the price of new parts, the lack of non-original elements, and a lot of seemingly minor parts that are not particularly needed. But after a cheap repair, the car ceases to be quiet and comfortable.
The interior is strong and only on very old cars it starts to get crickets, but the materials of the seats, door cards and a little electrician fail. Armchairs in most configurations, unfortunately, are made of artificial leather, and after three to five years of operation they already look shabby. The steering wheel, door cards of the front doors and controls, buttons and knobs, are heavily overwritten. But that's half the trouble.
After five to seven years, the interior equipment begins to fail more often and more strongly. For example, the power window unit may fail, it is located in the door, and its tightness is insufficient, or the guides of the power windows themselves will break. The immobilizer and electric seats will fail. Even on older cars, there are problems with the drives of the climate system, but they are very rare. In general, do not expect absolute reliability, but in comparison with almost any modern car, the S40 is a role model.
Electrician
It cannot be said that there are no problems at all. Rather, there are no serious problems. Salon "little things" have already been indicated above. To them it is worth adding almost without exception the problems with the trunk lid harness that occur at the age of three years. Still at risk are fans of the engine cooling system, adaptive optics, xenon ignition units, a gasoline pump and a weak generator on cars with a 1.6-liter engine.
But even here the car again is almost a role model, even those who are very old should not be annoyed by failures and at the cost of their solution. If something breaks, then usually it is either not too expensive, or it is successfully repaired. Unless the fuel pump is difficult to change - there is no hatch in the cabin, you need to remove the gas tank to replace it, and the pump itself fails too often, and the fuel level sensor in the tank also breaks more often than we would like. By the way, many owners cut out a replacement hatch on their own - do not be alarmed, this greatly facilitates maintenance in the future.
Chassis
The common suspension components in one of the most common machines in Europe are not only low maintenance costs and the presence of a large number of "non-original" excellent quality in stock, but also good reliability. And if there are no elements in the Ford catalog, it doesn’t matter, we look at the Mazda catalogs. Most of the suspension components have a resource of at least 100 thousand kilometers, and often more. As usual, most often require replacement of the strut and stabilizer bushings roll stability, yes rear silent blocks of the front arm. On machines that are often operated at full load, the resource is greatly reduced rear suspension, but it is unlikely that it will pass less than 50-60 thousand kilometers even on bad roads and with two riders in the back.
Here wheel bearings are short-lived here. The mileage of the original ones fluctuates in the range of 50-100 thousand kilometers, but drops sharply after forcing deep puddles - the bearings have poor tightness. Non-original ones often go even less. Moreover, the “native” Volvo hub also has studs 5 mm longer, and an additional oil seal with reverse side, unlike the Ford and most of the non-original. Those whose hubs come out too often try to refine the design by stuffing grease under the dust cover or installing other protection. Traditionally for Volvo, among the options is the Nivomat body leveling system. With it, the cost of shock absorbers is several times higher, but the problem is solved in the usual way - by installing standard suspension elements. The cost of "regular" shock absorbers - no surprises. The difficulty lies elsewhere, there are more than a dozen versions of the suspension in terms of height and stiffness, and when repairing, you need to be careful not to spoil the handling of the car. The braking system on cars does not present any special surprises either. The relatively low price of brake mechanisms on cars with engines up to two liters is further reduced if you look at parts from Fords. On more powerful machines, the components are slightly more expensive. Otherwise - reliable ABS, well-placed tubes brake lines and reliable hoses.
Steering on cars with a 1.6 engine is no surprises at all, a regular power steering pump and a rail. Tapping in it with runs over 150 is a common thing, but with proper operation it will not leak. But with engines from 1.8 liters there are difficulties - here is EGUR. The pump drive here is not from the engine, but from a separate electric motor. In theory, the system is more convenient and economical. In fact, with minimal fluid leakage from the system, it becomes airy, the pump begins to “voice” and very easily fails. Unlike a similar Ford system, here you can add liquid - there is a filler neck. However, the pump still remains extremely vulnerable and in the fifth or sixth year of life it can fail even if everything is in order with the liquids, simply by exhausting the resource of the electric motor. The replacement cost is about 40 thousand rubles, but over the past few years there have been offers of restored parts or work to restore this element. For 2.4 engines, there are good kits for installing a standard power steering pump - the pump itself and the connection lines. This option is for those who want to get rid of the problem of a "progressive" amplifier forever.
Transmission
Manual transmissions are traditionally reliable. And the Swedes avoided the problem that the Ford Focus 2 has - a reinforced box is installed on the 1.8 engine. On rare all-wheel drive vehicles with a 2.5 engine and a Haldex clutch, do not forget to change the oil in the clutch and take care of the gearbox, especially if the engine is boosted to 300 hp. With. and more. Sometimes, with rough shifts, it “cuts off” the top gears even with a stock engine, to say nothing of tuning. There are no special problems with the automatic transmission. The Aisin AW55-50 / 55-51 series boxes already familiar from other Volvos were installed on the car. The problems of this box have long been known, and the resource is quite predictable. With calm driving and regular oil changes every 60 thousand kilometers, you can count on 200 thousand resources until the first serious damage. With more frequent replacement oil resource may be even longer. But most often these boxes still overheat, their valve body is clogged, which successfully disables the mechanical part of the unit. One has only to install an unsuccessful crankcase protection, overheat the engine or automatic transmission, or simply do not change the oil until the “first call” ...
The good news: repairs are not that expensive, spare parts are widely available, the box is well known in services, and there have long been means to extend its life. To do this, install an aftermarket automatic transmission radiator and change the oil often, once every 30-40 thousand kilometers, depending on the style of movement. Since 2010, a more “fresh” Aisin TF80SC box has appeared on diesel engines, but since there are almost no cars with diesel engines, the chance of encountering such a configuration is also minimal.
There are two series of engines here. Volvo 2.4 and 2.5 turbo engines have been repeatedly covered in reviews, and. These are good, reliable engines with some features and long-known weak points. It is worth monitoring the crankcase ventilation system and ignition modules. And also remember that the timing belt needs to be changed, as well as monitor the valve clearances, and the adjustment process here is quite complicated.
Motors from Ford 1.6 and 2.0 are also very good. The 1.6 engine family is rather old-fashioned in design, and there is only one main drawback - low power for a rather heavy car. He does not have the most reliable control system, but the safety margin of the "iron" allows you to overcome most of the trouble. Failures of ignition modules, phase shifter valves, sensors and other small things are usually not fatal and are easily diagnosed. And the elements themselves are not very expensive.
The motor was developed quite a long time ago, back in 1998 with the help of Yamaha for the first generation Focus, and since that moment it has not become much worse. The S40 uses the simplest and most reliable version of it, without phase shifters, which significantly increase the cost of maintenance. In addition, Volvo recommends for it not low-viscosity SAE20-SAE30 oils, as Ford does, but quite familiar SAE40 oil, which greatly increases the engine's resource - even on a heavy Volvo, it can travel all 250-350 thousand kilometers before the piston wears out in a typical urban cycle, and when driving on highways and all half a million kilometers. Just do not forget, again, to adjust the valves and change the timing belt. Engines 1.8 and 2.0 are from a different family. They are developed by Mazda and belong to the MZR. They are not more capricious than 1.6 engines, and many are impressed that they have a chain timing, with a chain resource of 150-200 thousand kilometers, which slightly simplifies maintenance in the first five to seven years of the car’s life. In addition, the power of a car with such an engine is already almost like that of a Rolls-Royce, that is, “sufficient”. With these motors, it is already possible to order an automatic gearbox, which is what most of the buyers of the car did.
Compared to the weakest version of the Volvo “five”, the MZR is a little cheaper to maintain, but in practice the 140-horsepower 2.4 engine is still faster than the 145-horsepower Ford one. Of course, the engine has disadvantages, for example, a very unsuccessful thermostat design, a tendency to leak due to an unsuccessful crankcase ventilation system and weak motor gaskets. However, all the shortcomings are covered by simplicity, low cost and a good engine resource. A design feature is the keyless landing of timing stars on the shafts, which, with harsh operation, improper maintenance and unskilled repairs, can lead to a fatal phase shift and a meeting of pistons with valves.
What to choose?
The small sedan from the Swedish company actually turns out to be a very good car - one of the most inexpensive to operate in the class in general, and certainly the most inexpensive of the premium cars. Of course, it is not the most advanced, and automatic transmission cannot be ordered with small motors, but if you care about the quality of construction and efficiency in operation, you can put up with this. True, the equipment on cars with Ford engines will not be the most luxurious.So, if the price of operation is very important to you, then the 1.6 engine with manual transmission is your choice. But you have to look good equipment, most of these cars will be "empty", and besides, they were often taken as "travelling" in the company. Cars with 1.8-2.0 engines with a manual gearbox are a little more expensive, but have a longer engine life, and they are also a reasonable choice. If you need comfort, then in-line "five" 2.4 and automatic transmission are best suited: traction, sound, a sense of belonging to the "classic" of the company, and the configuration is usually the maximum. Motors 2.0 are a little more practical when it comes to cars up to five or seven years old, but there is less of a “Scandinavian fairy tale” in them. We must try to take cars with a known mileage - this will allow us to predict the rest of the automatic transmission resource and the cost of restoration. With a good combination of circumstances, you can slightly modify the car and extend the resource of the “weak link” by another hundred or two thousand at low cost. Finally, I’ll say that these same motors with manual transmission, most likely, are either “racers” cars or came already used from Europe. This means that the runs will be serious, and the operation will be tough. In general, refuse.
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Volvo cars have always been associated with intelligence, calmness and wealth. As well as concern for safety and extreme reliability. Volvo C40 outwardly borrows certain features of the flagship C80, but retains the appearance of a family sedan - quite affordable and reliable. Overview of the C40 - later in our article.
Model history
The Volvo C40 car was first introduced back in 1995, but at that time it bore the C4 index. Very soon it changed, since almost at the same time, Audi launched a similar model with the same name.
The first generation C40 was built on the same platform as the Mitsubishi Charisma, but there was no expected popularity at that moment. Station wagon models received the V40 index. The C40 model received its first restyling in 2004, the station wagon was renamed the V50, and the car itself became platform-based with the well-known Ford Focus models of the second generation and Mazda 3 of the first. As a result, 60% of their parts are interchangeable. Many still call this model an expensive version of the Ford Focus. Indeed, outwardly they are a bit similar in size, motors and consumer qualities.
Restyling 2007
In 2007, Volvo carried out the second restyling of the C40 model, after which the car became really popular. At that time, the entire line of the company's models was updated, which were brought to a single corporate style. They all became similar in appearance, but each with its own recognizable differences. On II, many elements underwent modernization. These are updated bumpers, headlights. At the rear, the exhaust pipes have been modified, and the lights have received LED elements.
In the interior, the car also received many changes - the original high-tech design appealed to many buyers. What was the cost of only a flat tape of the center console! Other elements have also been upgraded. Yes, in the system active safety control over in and adaptive headlights were added. Among the passive safety innovations in the car, a reinforced cabin frame was used, which better protects passengers from injury. In this form, the model existed on the assembly line until 2012, after which it was replaced by the V40.
base engine
The main unit of the Volvo C40 is a 1.6 four-cylinder engine, which was also installed on the Ford Focus 2. This is a fairly old, proven engine. Its resource with timely and proper maintenance can reach 500 thousand kilometers. The timing drive on this engine is a belt drive, and it must be changed every 80 thousand kilometers. Attachment starts to wear out and fail by about 100 thousand. The problem of equipment failure and the frequent reduction in the life of the motor is as follows: the car itself is quite heavy, and in order to maintain an acceptable pace of movement, it is necessary to spin the motor more, respectively, it must be subjected to heavy loads.
The rest of the line
The next in seniority are engines with a volume of 1.8 and 2 liters (140 and 150 hp, respectively). These motors are also installed on Fords and Mazda. The unit is very durable and unpretentious. The power reserve is enough for a dynamic ride.
It has a chain drive and is almost eternal. Cars with such installations are, unfortunately, quite rare. Senior engines are in-line five-cylinder. The 2.4-liter unit has a capacity of 170 liters. With. This engine, due to its unusual design, is quite expensive to maintain and has congenital diseases. Owner reviews note a rapidly failing ignition system and crankcase ventilation. The oldest Volvo C40 engine is a 2.5-liter turbocharged 220 Horse power. This power unit is also not popular in Russia due to the complexity and high cost of maintenance. Such cars were produced with front and
Since 2007, the Volvo S40, whose restyling is impressive, received an engine in the Flexifuel version, which could run on a mixture of bioethanol and gasoline. Officially, such a motor was not supplied to Russia. Also "Volvo C40" were produced with diesel engines, however, they are not popular in Russia due to sensitivity fuel system to the quality of domestic diesel fuel. In addition, the Volvo diesel engine is already quite expensive to maintain. On the secondary market he is not popular.
Transmission "Volvo C40"
The engines were equipped with mechanical and automatic transmissions. Units of 1.6 and 1.8 liters are equipped only with "mechanics", and they were different in design. The variant for the 125-horsepower engine was a reinforced design.
Mechanical boxes are quite reliable, and there are no complaints about them. This is noted by the reviews of the owners. Automatic boxes are also quite reliable and have proven themselves well on other Volvo models. Their resource reaches 300 thousand kilometers, subject to regular oil changes every 60 thousand kilometers. Otherwise, the clutches overheat and the valve body fails - the most expensive and complex element of any automatic transmission.
Chassis
Structurally, it is traditional for this class. The body is load-bearing, with a front and rear subframe, front suspension - MacPherson struts. Behind is a multi-link design. The system structurally repeats that of the Ford Focus 2 car, and their parts are unified. According to the owners, serious investments in such a unit with careful driving will be required only after one hundred thousand kilometers. Stabilizer racks and hinges, silent blocks of levers, wheel bearings are subject to replacement. On the Volvo C40, a hydro was installed or which may require intervention after the first 200 thousand kilometers.
Body
The Volvo company does not change its traditions. The body parts of her cars are exceptionally durable. Corrosion simply does not take this metal. The reason is simple: Sweden is a country with a harsh climate and weather resistance is a must.
The only exception is an emergency vehicle. The presence of rust suggests that he was in an accident and not restored very well.
Volvo C40 in the secondary market
Cars of this brand have always been in demand both in the secondary market and among new units. The reason for this is the legendary components: reliability, durability, safety, comfort. All these components in any Volvo car are brought to perfection. However, there was a price to be paid for these advantages, and quite a lot. We can name the general disadvantages of all models of this brand: the high cost of spare parts and maintenance, low liquidity of the car in the secondary market. Repairing a Volvo S40 with high mileage can greatly undermine financial opportunities.
Prices for a car and spare parts
On the Volvo S40, the price will fall faster than similar cars in the same class. On average, a 2008 car with a 1.6 engine (the most popular) and with mechanical box will cost from 430 to 660 thousand rubles.
"Volvo" in 2012 with a 2-liter engine and automatic transmission will cost 650-750 thousand rubles. Spare parts (Volvo C40), as well as for other foreign cars, are original and non-original. However, both of them are not distinguished by a low price. So, shock absorbers cost 5-6 thousand rubles, brake discs and pads - 3-5 thousand, windshield - from 5.5 to 23 thousand rubles. However, as already mentioned, serious repairs and investments will be required after a run of 100 thousand km.
There are not so many centenarians in the global car market, manufacturers are trying to periodically upgrade their models. But the second-generation Volvo S40 lasted on the assembly line for eight years, after which, unfortunately, it retired.
The car was first presented to the public in 2004 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, in 2008 he survived small upgrade, after which it was produced until 2012 unchanged.
The second-generation Volvo S40 sedan is based on the Volvo P1 universal platform (recall, Mazda3 and Ford Focus were also built on it).
The idea behind the Volvo S40 is impossibly simple – a compact car with dynamic looks, on par with larger models in terms of comfort, but more affordable and focused on driving pleasure.
What does compact mean? The length of the sedan is 4476 mm, height - 1454 mm, width - 1770 mm. Between the axles it has 2640 mm, but ground clearance(clearance) is very modest - only 135 mm.
At first sight, appearance Volvo S40 does not stand out with anything supernatural. And this could stop if it were not Volvo! As they say, "the power of charisma" is great. All the plastic of the front of the sedan is made in the brand's signature style, so you can recognize the car among thousands of others. Predatory optics of the head light, spectacular side line that dictates the shape rear lights, the layout of the stern - everything speaks of belonging to the Scandinavians.
In general, the "es-fortieth" has a laconic appearance, characterized by a bright personality and athletic squat, which is especially evident in profile. You can say this about the Swedish sedan - it will please the eye, both in the office parking lot and in any other surroundings.
The "second" Volvo S40 has an elegant, elegant, but moderately austere interior. Dashboard quite simple, but functional and well readable. In general, the interior space of the sedan is involuntarily built around the center console, the appearance of which largely determines the impression of the car. The Volvo S40 panel is curved in a “wave”, and it is divided into several zones - an air conditioner and a telephone with “music”. The central part of the "dashboard" is littered with buttons that are enclosed between four round selectors, similar to the tuning knobs of an old-fashioned receiver. Well, all the information is displayed on a single small display located under the ventilation deflectors.
But the most curious thing lies in something else - not only is the panel thin and it has an additional compartment for various small things, but also its finishing is possible not only with plastic, aluminum or wood, it can also be transparent, thereby revealing the entire electronic " stuffing."
Another distinctive feature of the Volvo S40 can be called the fact that any function can be activated without referring to the instructions - high-level ergonomics.
The Volvo S40 sedan provides ample headroom for the front riders. Lateral support is not very developed, but a person of almost any build can comfortably sit down. Wide adjustment ranges steering column moves along the departures and in height, so that the selection of the optimally comfortable position will not be difficult. On the back sofa as a whole is not bad, the seats have a good shape, but there is not enough space for three.
The main problem of the “Swede” is landing and disembarking, during which it is easy to hit your head on the sloping roof rack.
The luggage compartment of the "es-fortieth" is roomy - 404 liters of usable volume. The opening is wide, the loading height is acceptable, the back rear seat It folds up to fit quite large items. Hinges on the lid and wheel arches do not eat up trunk space.
Specifications. In Russia, the "second" Volvo S40 was offered exclusively with gasoline engines, although turbodiesel versions were available for the European market.
- The role of the base on the Swedish sedan is performed by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 100 horsepower and 150 Nm of peak thrust. It works in tandem with a 5-speed "mechanics". This combination allows the car to gain the first hundred in 11.9 seconds, and the top speed is set at around 185 km / h. For 100 km of track, the "Swede" requires an average of 7 liters of fuel in the combined cycle.
- It is followed by a 2.0-liter “aspirated”, the return of which is 145 “horses” and 185 Nm of torque. The engine is mated exclusively to a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The dynamics of such a sedan is at an acceptable level - 9.8 seconds from zero to hundreds and 205 km / h top speed. With more power, such a machine needs only one liter of fuel more than with a junior unit.
- More powerful atmospheric motor- 2.4-liter, with five cylinders arranged in a row. With a power potential of 170 “horses”, it develops 230 Nm of peak torque. Paired with the engine is a 5-speed automatic transmission gears. The sedan does an exercise to accelerate to hundreds in 8.9 seconds, and its “maximum speed” is limited at around 215 km / h. On a combined cycle, the 170-horsepower Volvo S40 requires an average of 9.1 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.
- The role of the flagship is assigned to a five-cylinder 2.5-liter engine equipped with a turbocharging system and distributed injection. The power of this power unit is 230 horsepower, and the torque limit is set at around 320 Nm. Both a 6-speed “mechanics” and a 5-band “automatic” can go to him in tandem, while the drive is exceptionally full. In the first case, the "es-fortieth" is gaining 100 km / h in 7.1 seconds, in the second - in 7.5 seconds, the peak speed is 230 and 225 km / h, respectively. With decent power, the sedan is quite economical - fuel consumption varies from 9.5 to 9.8 liters of fuel per hundred kilometers.
The "second" Volvo S40 is equipped with an independent spring suspension, which is available in two versions: Dynamic and Standard. The “dynamic” suspension is characterized by increased rigidity, as a result of which the car is controlled sharper, but road bumps cause a lot of inconvenience. The “standard” option is the golden mean, as the sedan rides with it softer.
"Es-fortieth" has various technologies that are aimed at improving the safety of riders. The most interesting of them is IDIS, which automatically blocks unimportant information if the driver actively works the gas pedal and steering wheel. In addition, the Swedish sedan is equipped with an integrated Fenix 5.1 engine management system that monitors the condition of the fuel supply systems and maintains idling.
Complete set and prices. Unfortunately for many, sales of the second generation Volvo S40 ended in 2012. In 2017, a used sedan can be purchased on the secondary market at a price of 400~500 thousand rubles. As for equipment, the basic equipment of the car includes: ABS, front and side airbags, air conditioner, power accessories, cruise control, heated front seats and regular "music". More expensive versions have: leather interior, bi-xenon headlight optics, as well as electric adjustment of the front seats.
The Volvo S40 / V40 tempts not only with its attractive figure and Scandinavian style, but above all with its price. The cheapest copies on the go cost about 100-120 thousand rubles, and the most expensive 250-300 thousand rubles. However, do not think that we are talking about a true Swedish car. Of the unique here, only the logo. Otherwise, it's a "hodgepodge".
Teamwork
The platform and suspension are the result of an effective collaboration with Mitsubishi. The Japanese shared one gasoline engine- 1.8 GDI with direct injection. Diesel engines got from Renault.
To optimize production costs, assembly was organized on the same line with Mitsubishi Carisma - at the Dutch NedCar plant. It was built from scratch with a Japanese partner specifically for this purpose. In accordance with the plan, the cars were not competitors. S40 aimed at the premium segment, and Karizma - at a more popular one.
Body and interior
The silhouette of the 40th Volvo is hard to deny the elegance and individuality of style. The interior also evokes positive feelings. Good ergonomics, nice materials. The only pity is that the build quality left much to be desired.
In the oldest copies, the paint is peeling off the front panel. Of course, you can meet the S40 of the first years of production with an interior in good condition. But this merit is not Volvo, but the special attention of the former owner.
Luckily, the quality has improved over the years. They updated the body, ennobled the interior and modified the suspension. The result was a fairly large number of different improvements. Since April 1997, noise insulation has improved, and in 1998 side airbags appeared.
Those interested in buying should remember that the first facelift was carried out in 1999 (headlights and center console changed), and the second in 2002. It was then that the car received characteristic headlights with dark inserts, and the location of the indicators on the instrument panel changed. In addition, the bumpers and grille have been updated.
In the first models, door hinges often suffered.
Chassis
Volvo S40 cannot boast of good handling. Prior to 1999, the suspension was stiff, noisy and short-lived. Over the years, the shape, design and attachment points of the suspension elements have changed. Therefore, when ordering parts via the Internet, you must be careful. So, in 2000, the wheel track increased by 16 mm, and wheelbase- by 12 mm.
Surprisingly, the durability of the stabilizer struts surpasses many competitors.
The front axle is fitted with McPherson struts, lower wishbones and anti-roll bars. Unfortunately, the ball joints are firmly fixed, therefore, in case of wear, the lever assembly will have to be replaced (from 2,000 rubles). However, the design of some analogs allows you to change the ball joint separately (from 400 rubles per support).
At the rear, a multi-link scheme is used, which Volvo called Multi-Link. The average service life is more than 100,000 km. But when something wears out, you have to spend a lot of money.
The wheel bearings of the front wheels do not differ in durability either - from 2,000 rubles.
Lever restoration is not consistent with factory recommendations, and few people know how to do it right. And although the spare parts set is closely intertwined with the Mitsubishi Carisma range, few chassis elements are interchangeable. Only those who have dealt with both cars and know what suits what will be able to pick up analogues.
Most of the problems are created by the rear levers (from 1200 rubles per lever).
Engines
The range of Volvo C 40 engines is very wide. All of them are equipped with a timing belt drive with a replacement interval of 60,000 km.
The most durable - gasoline aspirated. They are able to pass more than 400,000 km without failures. With proper care, turbo engines will last the same amount. Only the coils, the air flow meter, the starter and the generator have to be changed. Gasoline units have a specific design, and therefore it is better to service them in specialized services.
But be careful. The "white crow" is a 1.8i (125 and 121 hp) with direct injection, which is borrowed from the Carisma. It is this unit that creates problems during operation and does not allow the installation of HBO, which is a serious drawback for many potential buyers. It's all about the capricious fuel system.
Please note that hydraulic valve clearance compensators were only used in older petrol units. In the samples of the last years of production, tappets of a fixed size were installed, so possible gap changes will not be automatically compensated. Adjustment required. When using HBO, the procedure will be needed every 20-30 thousand km, which will cost 2000-3000 rubles.
With diesel engines, the situation is not so rosy. All of them come from Renault and their operation is carried out according to French standards. A typical ailment is numerous oil smudges for the first 100,000 km.
Diesels suffer from oil leaks, which are expensive to fix.
There were three versions of the 1.9-liter turbodiesel to choose from. 90-horsepower has a conventional distributed injection. It is not very fast, shows average efficiency and is sensitive to loads at high speeds. Quite often it breaks the head gasket. The head itself may burst.
95-strong received direct injection and represents a reasonable compromise between price, performance and economy. Weakness - fuel pump high pressure.
Versions with a return of 102-115 hp differ in the Common Rail injection system. They are the most modern and quietest in the diesel range, have more high potential but quite expensive to repair. Vulnerable elements: turbocharger and fuel injectors.
Typical problems and malfunctions
Given the age of the model, you will inevitably have to deal with numerous minor malfunctions. Owners complain about unreliable turn signal and lighting switches, instrument panel backlight malfunctions, and problems with the hood opening mechanism. Over time refuse to obey the immobilizer and central locking the taillight bulbs burn out regularly.
Gearboxes also cause certain troubles: there are problems with switching.
The body is very well protected against corrosion. However, in the very first copies, traces of corrosion are observed on the trunk lid and hood. Outside door handles sometimes burst from severe frost.
Over time, the parking brake mechanism jams.
Conclusion
The Volvo S40/V40 is one of those cars that you buy with your heart, not your common sense. Yes, it is carefully protected against corrosion, practical, functional and well equipped. But in terms of quality and supply of spare parts, it does not compare with more popular competitors. Volvo can only be recommended to those who are looking for an original car at an affordable price. It is better to pay attention to the youngest copies collected after restyling in 2002.
Specifications Volvo S40 / V40 (1995-2004)
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