Volvo V40
The Volvo V40 is a five-seat MPV produced from 2012 onwards, powered by a four-cylinder petrol engine displacing 1,717 cm³ with 95 kW of output. The vehicle measures 4,397 mm in length, weighs 1,463 kg, and achieves a top speed of 201 km/h with CO₂ emissions of 154 g/km. In Norway, the V40 saw a notable registration surge in 2019 with 518 new vehicles registered, but this dropped sharply to just 5 registrations in 2020, totalling 523 new registrations across both years.
| Manufacturer | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2012 |
| Body type | MPV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,309 kg |
| Displacement | 1,773 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 201 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,387 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,420 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
New registrations in Norway
Number of Volvo V40 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Volvo V40 cars registered for the first time across 2 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 202 |
| Romania | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Volvo V40 (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2000 |
| 1.9 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.6 l/100 km | 2001–2004 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Volvo models
Similar MPV models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 77% of Volvo V40s pass their MOT test first time, based on 100,475 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
2 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Volvo V40. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
Due to a problem with the airbag inflators, the airbags may fail to deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2017-01-13
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
Consequently, the temperature of the intake air could rise, causing the engine intake manifold to melt and deform. This could lead to the engine to stop increasing the risk of accidents or even the engine bay to catch fire.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2019-10-25
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volvo recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Volvo V40?
- The Volvo V40 has a rated top speed of 201 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Volvo V40?
- The Volvo V40 is 4,387 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and 1,420 mm tall.
- How much does the Volvo V40 weigh?
- The Volvo V40 has a kerb weight of about 1,309 kg.
- How many seats does the Volvo V40 have?
- The Volvo V40 has 5 seats.