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The first personal car. It was purchased at a car dealership on May 4, with a mileage of a little over 58tkm. Engine 2.4, 140 hp, automatic. The salon is light.
Initially, the acquisition budget was aimed at 450, but later this amount was increased and amounted to 530 rubles. Honda Civic, Foltz Jetta, Ford Focus, Mazda 3 were considered as competitors. Of the more expensive ones, I looked at the BMW 3 Series in the back of E46 (it was a priority, but finances changed the alignment) and Audi A4 (the same).
The main selection criteria:
Automatic (main operation - Moscow and Moscow region)
Attractive design (a matter of taste)
I almost bought a three-door Ford Focus with a 2.0 engine and an automatic machine, which was cheaper by 100 thousand at that time, but in the end I opted for the Volvo S40. I did not do any deep analysis, I did not analyze all the pros and cons ... I came, saw and bought =)
The range of motors is wide enough. These are Ford petrol 1.6; 1.8; 2.0 (for some time Ford was the owner of the Volvo company, as a result - the compatibility of some nodes). And Volvo 2.4 engines in two versions - 140 hp. and 170 hp. + more diesel versions. And there is a turbo, if memory serves. 2.5 liters with 230 hp Correct if I'm wrong.
My version is a 2.4 engine (5 cylinders). Produces only 140 Horse power but the torque is fine. The locomotive acceleration is not sharp, but continuous, without failures, from the very bottom to the top. But it is precisely this modification that does not dispose to sharp accelerations. On the Internet, you can find suggestions for increasing the power. this engine up to 180 hp A year and a half ago it cost about 30 tr. How much it costs now - I don't know.
My average consumption was less than 13 liters, although I drove a lot on empty roads. The automatic machine for this car is reliable. There is a possibility of manual switching. And in general, the safety margin of the car is decent. The ride is good. The steering is adequate, everything is predictable. But if you want to race - take another car, preferably with a welded frame, and go to the race track.
Calm auto design. The traffic police does not arouse attention. Generally. The assembly of the cabin is of high quality, no extraneous sounds did not have. The finishing material is pleasant, there was no cheap plastic anywhere. The only problem is the driver's seat. It was wiped off for me ... And not only for me, judging by the pictures on the Internet. Excellent sound insulation. Really great. A friend in the 8th generation chord seems to have more noise. The seats in the cabin ... well, it is, I drove in the front, the passengers did not show any complaints. An interesting design solution is the front console.
There were no problems with reliability, but the service life was less than a year. During this time, I managed to make a large TO60, replace the brake discs and pads, which I will write about separately in the relevant magazines. Not serviced by a dealer. Profile services do just as well. Then why pay more?)
In general, I have a positive impression of the car. Would you buy it again on the way back? Yes! And who knows, maybe I'll buy it too. And it is interesting to try a station wagon with a turbo engine.
Volvo cars have always been associated with intelligence, calmness and consistency. As well as concern for safety and extreme reliability. "Volvo S40" outwardly borrows certain features of the flagship C80, but retains the appearance of a family sedan - quite affordable and reliable. An overview of the C40 is further in our article.
Model history
The Volvo C40 car was first introduced back in 1995, but at that time it bore the C4 index. It changed very soon, as almost at the same time the Audi company started production of a similar model with the same name.
The first generation of the C40 was built on the same platform as the Mitsubishi Charisma, but the expected popularity was not at that time. Station wagon models received the V40 index. The C40 model received its first restyling in 2004, the station wagon was renamed V50, and the car itself became a soplatform one with famous models"Ford Focus" of the second generation and "Mazda 3" - the first. As a result, 60% of their parts are interchangeable. Many also call this model an expensive version of the Ford Focus. Indeed, outwardly they are a bit similar in size, motors and consumer qualities.
2007 restyling
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 models of the company 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 were modernized. These are updated bumpers, headlights. Rear pipes have changed exhaust system, and the lanterns received LED elements.
In the interior, the car also received many changes - the original high-tech design was to the liking of many buyers. That was only a flat tape of the center console! Other elements have also undergone modernization. So, in the system active safety control over in and adaptive headlights have been added. Among the innovations passive safety a reinforced interior frame was used in the car, 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 the 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 belt-driven, and it must be changed every 80 thousand kilometers. Attachments begin to wear out and fail by about 100 thousand. The problem of equipment failure and the frequent reduction in the service life of the engine 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 engine more, therefore, it must be subjected to heavy loads.
The rest of the line
Engines with a volume of 1.8 and 2 liters (140 and 150 hp, respectively) are the next in order. These motors are also installed on Fords and Mazda. The unit is very durable and unpretentious. The power reserve is quite enough for dynamic driving.
It has a chain drive and is practically eternal. Unfortunately, cars with such settings are quite rare. Older engines are in-line five-cylinder. The unit with a volume of 2.4 liters has a capacity of 170 liters. with. Due to its unusual design, this engine is quite expensive to maintain and has congenital diseases. The owners' comments point to the rapidly failing ignition system and crankcase ventilation. The oldest Volvo C40 engine is a 2.5-liter turbocharged 220 horsepower. This power unit is also not popular in Russia due to the complexity and high cost of maintenance. Such cars were produced with a front and
Since 2007, the Volvo S40, which has been impressively restyled, received a Flexifuel version of the engine that could run on a mixture of bioethanol and gasoline. Officially, such a motor was not supplied to Russia. Also, Volvo C40 was produced with diesel engines, but they are not popular in Russia due to the sensitivity of the fuel system to the quality of domestic diesel fuel. In addition, the diesel "Volvo" and without it is quite expensive to maintain. On secondary market he is not popular.
Transmission "Volvo S40"
The engines were equipped with mechanical and automatic transmissions. Units for 1.6 and 1.8 liters are equipped only with "mechanics", and they were different in design. The version for the 125-horsepower engine was reinforced.
Mechanical boxes are reliable enough, and there are no complaints about them. This is noted by the reviews of the owners. Automatic transmissions 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. Body - load-bearing, with front and rear subframe, front suspension - McPherson struts. At the back is a multi-link design. The system structurally repeats that of the Ford Focus 2, 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 struts and hinges, arm silent blocks, wheel bearings are subject to replacement. The Volvo S40 was equipped with a hydro or one that may require intervention after the first 200 thousand kilometers.
Body
The Volvo company does not betray itself in traditions. The body parts of her cars are extremely durable. Corrosion simply does not take this metal. The reason is simple: Sweden is a country with a harsh climate and weather resistance is essential.
The only exception is the emergency vehicle. The presence of rust indicates that he was in an accident and was not restored very well.
Volvo C40 in the aftermarket
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, these advantages had to be paid for, and significantly. You can name the common disadvantages of all models of this brand: the high cost of spare parts and maintenance, low liquidity of the car in the secondary market. Having a Volvo S40 repaired with high mileage can be a huge financial disaster.
Prices for car and spare parts
Volvo S40 prices will fall faster than comparable cars in the same class. On average, a 2008 car with a 1.6 engine (the most popular) and with a manual transmission will cost from 430 to 660 thousand rubles.
"Volvo" 2012 with a 2-liter engine and automatic transmission will cost 650-750 thousand rubles. Spare parts (Volvo C40), like other foreign cars, are original and non-original. However, both 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 indicated, serious repairs and investments will be required after a run of 100 thousand km.
09.09.2016
Cars for intelligent, calm and wealthy people, this is the image of the Volvo company. However, the second generation Volvo S40 model is most often interested in young car enthusiasts, so it is important to understand how reliable this car is and how much it will cost to maintain a car over the age of 5 years in the future. This is what we will try to figure out now.
A bit of history:
Volvo S40 has a rich history and was produced under different names"VOLVO 340" and "VOLVO 430", but both models did not enjoy great popularity among buyers. The first car with the S40 index was built on the same platform as Mitsubishi Carisma, but even in this case the expected results were not achieved. In 2003, the second generation of the model was released, which was built on the C-1 platform (the Mazda 3 was built on the same platform). The S40 shares about 60% of the parts with Ford, which is why it is called the more expensive version of the Focus 2.
In 2007 was presented updated version models. The main task of the facelift was to bring the appearance of the entire line in accordance with the new corporate style set by the VOLVO S80 . The updated cars are easily recognizable by the updated bumpers, radiator grille with a large logo, exhaust pipe and head optics. The rear of the car received a modified apron, and LED optics began to be installed in the headlights. In addition to the refreshed design, the car received an original interior trim and added power, the avant-garde interior is made in high-tech style. The production of the model was completed in 2012, and it was replaced by the VOLVO V40.
Advantages and disadvantages of used Volvo S40.
The base 1.6 engine (100 hp) is a fairly old engine and is well known for for Ford cars... The resource of this power unit with proper maintenance, more than 300,000 kilometers of run, but attachments after 100,000 km it will start to fail little by little. The main problem of these motors lies not in the motor itself, but rather in the owners of the cars, the fact is that the car is quite heavy and the engine of 100 horses is not quite enough for most drivers, and they start to spin the motor more, as a result, its resource is developed much faster ... The gas distribution mechanism is belt-driven and needs to be changed every 80,000 km.
Next in terms of seniority are the 1.8 (125 hp) and 2.0 (140 hp) motors, these motors have proven themselves quite well not only on the Volvo S40, but on the cars of the Ford and Mazda brands. The two-liter engine has a timing chain drive, and is less whimsical to maintain, but unfortunately a car with such a power unit is quite rare. The 2.4 engine (170 hp) is quite expensive and difficult to maintain; its sore spots are the crankcase ventilation system and the ignition system.
There is also a turbocharged gasoline engine a volume of 2.5 liters, but they were also afraid of him, because the maintenance of such a unit is not cheap. The line of power units has several diesel engines, however, in the CIS, cars with such engines are very rare, but if you come across such a copy, then it is better to pass by, since they are killed very quickly in them fuel system on the quality of diesel fuel sold at our gas stations. Weak point all motors are considered a thermostat, which often fails.
Transmission
Engines matched with mechanical boxes gears and classic automatic machines, the younger engines 1.6 and 1.8 were only paired with mechanics, and they were different in design. For a more powerful 1.8 engine, the transmission has been strengthened, as for reliability, the owners have no complaints about them. As for the automatic transmission, then they trouble spot cars are not, the gearboxes installed have proven themselves well not only on this model, but also on other versions of the concern "", in numbers this means that up to 200,000 km the box does not cause any trouble if you change the oil in it every 60,000 km. If the oil is not changed, the transmission may overheat, as a result the valve body fails, the repair of which will not be cheap.
Suspension Volvo S40
In terms of suspension, the Volvo S40 is similar to the Focus 2, and this relationship was only beneficial, since many parts are interchangeable, and this in turn significantly reduces the cost of repairs, some parts are also suitable from Mazda, in addition to this, a large number of non-original ones are presented on the market spare parts. If the car is operated accurately, then there are not so many problems, and serious investments will be required once every 100,000 km. After 100 thousand mileage, it will be necessary to replace the struts and bushings of the stabilizer, silent blocks of the front levers and wheel bearings. This model equipped with hydro and electric power steering, this unit can disturb after 100,000 km of run.
Body
Problems with the quality of the body metal, and paintwork not here, even in places where paint is chipped, corrosion does not appear for a very long time. And if you see rust on the body of a Volvo S40, it means that the car was involved in an accident, and its owner saved a lot on repairs.
Advantages:
- High level of safety and comfort.
- Build quality and materials.
- Reliable components and assemblies.
- Large selection of non-original spare parts.
Disadvantages:
- High maintenance cost.
- Smallish (clearance 13.5 cm).
- Harsh suspension.
If you are or were the owner of this car brand, please share your experience, indicating the strengths and weak sides auto. Perhaps it is your feedback that will help others to choose the right used car.
There are not so many long-livers in the world car market, manufacturers are trying to periodically upgrade their models. But the Volvo S40 of the second generation 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 it underwent a slight upgrade, after which it was produced unchanged until 2012.
Sedan Volvo S40 of the second generation is based on the universal platform "Volvo P1" (we recall that Mazda3 and Ford Focus were also built on it).
The idea behind the Volvo S40 is impossibly simple - a compact car with a dynamic appearance, comfortably on par with the larger models, but more affordable and aimed at driving pleasure.
What does compact mean? The length of the sedan is 4476 mm, height - 1454 mm, width - 1770 mm. It has 2,640 mm between the axles, but ground clearance(ground clearance) is very modest - only 135 mm.
At first sight, appearance The Volvo S40 is nothing supernatural. And this could have stopped if it had not been a Volvo! As the saying goes, "the power of charisma" is great. All the plastic of the front of the sedan is made in the corporate style for the brand, so you can recognize the car among thousands of others. Predatory head light optics, dramatic sideline that dictates shape taillights, the layout of the stern - everything speaks of belonging to the Scandinavians.
In general, "es-fortieth" has a laconic appearance, distinguished by a bright personality and athletic stockiness, which is especially evident in profile. We can say this about the Swedish sedan - it will delight the eye, both in the office parking lot and in any other surroundings.
The "second" Volvo S40 has an elegant, graceful, but at the same time moderately austere interior. Dashboard simple enough, but functional and well readable. In general, the interior space of the sedan is inevitably built around the center console, the appearance of which largely determines the impression of the car. The Volvo S40 panel is bent by a "wave", and it is divided into several zones - an air conditioner and a telephone with "music". The center section of the torpedo is studded with buttons that are enclosed between four circular selectors, similar to the tuning knobs of an old-fashioned receiver. Well, all 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 is the fact that any function can be used without referring to the manual - ergonomics at a high level.
The Volvo S40 sedan provides ample headroom for front riders. Lateral support is not very developed, but a person of almost any build can sit comfortably. The adjustment ranges are wide, steering column moves along the overhangs and in height, so that the selection of the optimal comfortable position is not difficult. On the whole, the back sofa is not bad, the seats are well-shaped, but there is not enough space for three.
The main problem of the "Swede" is embarkation and disembarkation, 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. Wide opening, loading height acceptable, backrest rear seat folds up, which allows you to put quite large things there. The lid hinges and wheel arches do not eat up the luggage compartment 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 four-cylinder 1.6-liter engine, delivering 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 upper speed value is set at 185 km / h. The Swede needs an average of 7 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers 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 exclusively matched to a 6-speed robotic transmission with two clutches. The dynamics of such a sedan is at an acceptable level - 9.8 seconds from zero to hundreds and 205 km / h maximum speed... With more power, such a machine needs only one liter of fuel more than with a younger unit.
- A more powerful naturally aspirated engine is a 2.4-liter, with five cylinders 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 gear. The sedan does the exercise to accelerate to a hundred in 8.9 seconds, and its maximum speed is limited at around 215 km / h. In the 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. To him in tandem can go as a 6-speed "mechanics" and a 5-band "automatic", the drive is extremely full. In the first case, the "es-fortieth" gains 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 mileage.
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 irregularities cause a lot of inconvenience. The "standard" variant is the golden mean, as the sedan rides with it softer.
"Es-fortieth" has various technologies that are aimed at increasing the safety of riders. The most interesting of them is IDIS, which automatically blocks unimportant information if the driver is actively using the gas pedal and steering wheel. In addition, the Swedish sedan is equipped with an integrated Fenix 5.1 engine management system, which monitors the state of the fuel supply systems and maintain idle speed.
Equipment and prices. Unfortunately for many, sales of the second generation Volvo S40 ended in 2012. In 2017, in the secondary market, you can buy a supported sedan at a price of 400 ~ 500 thousand rubles. As for the equipment, then basic configuration the car includes: ABS, front and side airbags, climate control, power accessories, cruise control, heated front seats and standard "music". More expensive versions have: leather interior, bi-xenon headlights, as well as electric adjustment of the front seats.
