2001 Volvo S40

2001 Volvo S40

2001 Volvo S40 Just a yr once they arrived within the USA, the compact Volvo S40 sedan and V40 wagon get extra of what made them an on the spot hit in America: refinement, safety and price. From subtle modifications in appearance (new front fenders, bumpers, tailights and wheels) to improvements to ride and managing (slightly wider track and longer wheelbase with re-calibrated front suspension) and a satisfying pleasant feel to the interior, the stylish sedan and versatile wagon build on their first year reputation for imparting Volvo virtues at an low priced price.

A marriage of practical and emotional, the Volvo S40 and V40 make it clean that versatility and fun-to-power can fortunately co-exist in the same car. A new five-speed electronically controlled automated transmission showcases the refinements to the standard 1.Nine-liter engine with low strain faster to preserve the a laugh stages high. Standard four-channel anti-lock brakes, 15-inch alloy wheels and really mind-blowing available audio structures are simply part of an extended listing of high-fee trendy capabilities which can be outstanding in a model line that starts at $23,500.

The Volvo S40 and V40 debuted with a exceptional-in-magnificence list of preferred safety functions, which includes SIPS aspect impact safety air baggage and WHIPS whiplash safety seats. The addition of the Volvo-pioneered Inflatable Curtain facet effect safety, ISO-FIX baby protection seat attachments and 'smart' dual-level front airbags as general device sell Volvo S40 and V40 to class in their own.

Interior Color Scheme

The 2001 Volvo S40 and V40 could have a brand new light coloration scheme, Taupe/Light Taupe. This scheme will update the MY 2000 Silver Grey shade. This makes the interior extra appealing than the previous Silver Grey coloration, whilst including a richer, extra dynamic person. By combining two colorations (Taupe and Light Taupe) within the indoors, the color tones for the dashboard, seats and door panels function in a greater harmonious and spirited way.

Enhanced Seating Styling

The 2001 Volvo S40 and V40 will contain a new seat foam design, which improves lengthy-term durability and offers a greater sporty look. The leather-based upholstery can have a brand new grain and may be more environmentally pleasant with the aid of being chromium-unfastened.

Center Stack Styling

The middle stack is reconfigured in the 2001 S40 and V40 to be extra comfy and useful for the owner's leisure. The stack is now greater anatomically and ergonomically designed, bearing a much stronger resemblance to the S80. The weather manipulate unit is now easier to apply and the radio controls had been made extra elegant. A lower storage region is also delivered to the middle stack console for owner comfort.

Door Panels and Switches

The motive force's door panel will now have all window switches and strength mirrors adjustment controls, in preference to them being placed at the middle tunnel. The passenger door may have energy window manage brought. Both the motive force's and passenger's doorways could have the remote central door-locking button fitted.

Interior Lighting

The rear analyzing lamps are moved into one indoors lamp positioned in the rear a part of the headlining. This lamp gets rid of the want for the V40 baggage compartment lamp.

Heated Front Seats (Component of Weather Package)

The heated front seats will still be available as part of the Weather Package, but the heating control has been delicate. The heating manage now capabilities a more accurate thermostatically controlled  heat degree feature, because the S80 does now. If the heated seat button is driven as soon as, seat heating could be activated with most heating potential. If the button is pushed all over again, the heating is reduced to a lower stage. This permits the proprietor to have a greater degree of comfort in bloodless weather conditions.

Sunroof (Component of Sunroof Package)

The sunroof control will now allow for simple one-contact beginning.

Five-Speed Automatic Transmission

The 2001 Volvo S40 and V40 can be geared up with a brand new 5-speed computerized transmission, replacing the MY 2000 four-pace automated transmission. The new transmission will improve overall performance in 3 regions. First, gasoline financial system could be advanced because of the "longer" ratio of the 5th equipment, in particular while pushed at the toll road. Next, mild acceleration, overall performance, and top velocity enhancements are accomplished because of the smaller steps between the gears. The shorter first tools provides for higher "take off" performance. Shift comfort is progressed due to the smaller steps in-among gears and the brand new technology transmission management. The new gearbox additionally offers noise stage discounts particularly at the same time as driving under dual carriageway situations, again due to the "longer" ratio of the 5th equipment compared with the MY 2000 4th equipment. The "Neutral Control" feature now lowers idle vibrations while the Volvo S40 and V40 are status nonetheless and in power with the brakes carried out. The transmission may also be robotically adaptive to purchaser's using style, putting off the want for the "E" and "S" buttons at the shift manage console. The "W" button for moist and winter driving situations will nevertheless stay to allow the Volvo S40 and V40 proprietor to preserve manipulate in inclement weather situations.