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Volvo V40 1.7

General information

ModelVolvo V40 1.7
Year1996
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating64 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1731 ccm (105.63 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1731 ccm (105.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.3 PS (86 kW or 116 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque164.00 Nm (16.7 kgf-m or 121.0 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0956 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1230 kg (2,711.7 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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