Car Buyer's Guide

Volvo V40 T4 R Design

Mk1 Facelift · launched Jun 19 2017 · Hatchback · CKD

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The Volvo V40 T4 R Design is the mid-spec of 4 V40 variants, priced at RM180,888.

Volvo V40 T4 R Design

Colours — exterior

  • Ice White Metallic
  • Luminous Sand Metallic
  • Onyx Black Metallic
  • Osmium Grey Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Sanded Silver dash
  • Off-Black seats

How this variant compares

T5 R Design is RM10,201 cheaper. The T4 R Design lists the same equipment — the difference is trim or colour.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing
Capacity
1,969 cc
Horsepower
190 hp at 4,700 rpm
Torque
300 Nm at 1,300 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline 4
Fuel
Petrol
Bore × Stroke
82 mm × 93.2 mm
Compression Ratio
10.8

Drivetrain

Transmission
Conventional Automatic
Transmission Name
6-Speed Geartronic
Gears
6
Transmission Manufacturer
Aisin
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
6.9 seconds
Rated Economy
6.1 L/100 km
Top Speed
210 km/h
Co2
143 g/km

Dimensions

Length
4,369 mm
Width
1,802 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Wheelbase
2,647 mm
Weight
1,521 kg
Fuel Tank
62 litres
Doors
5
Seats
5
Boot Space
335 litres
Front Tyre
205/55R16
Rear Tyre
205/55R16
Spare Tyre
Space Saver

Chassis

Assembly
Malaysia (CKD)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Front Wheels
16" Alloys
Rear Wheels
16" Alloys
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Crash Safety Ratings

EuroNCAP
5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control
ANCAP
5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control

Safety

Airbags
7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD
✓
Stability Control
✓
Alarm
✓
Immobilizer
✓
Airbag Disable Function
✓
Child Safety Lock
Electric for rear doors
Seat Belts
5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
✓
ISOFIX
Available on outer rear seats
Autonomous Braking System
City Safety with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
Lane-keeping Assist
No
Collision Warning
✓
Seatbelt Reminder
For All Seats

Lighting

Headlamps
LED Projectors with Auto High Beam
Taillamps
LED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Rear Foglamps
✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
✓

Cabin

Front Seats
Power Adjustable 8-Way, Memory for Driver
Rear Seats
60:40 Split-Folding
Front Air-con
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with CleanZone
Power Sockets
1 Front, 1 Rear
Interior Lighting
Map Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio
7" DVD/MP3 Player with 8 Speakers

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine Start
Keyless Push Button
Locks
Keyless Operation
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activated
Folding Wing Mirrors
✓
Parking Brake
Handbrake

Driving aids

Auto Start/Stop
✓
Auto Headlamps
✓
Auto Wipers
✓
Cruise Control
Passive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
✓
Paddle Shift
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Front
4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear
4 Sensors
Auto Parking
Yes

Infotainment

Bluetooth
✓
Instrument Cluster
Full LCD Monitor

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
Unlimited
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years

T4 R Design FAQ

How much is the Volvo V40 T4 R Design in Malaysia?

The Volvo V40 T4 R Design was priced at RM180,888 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

What is the difference between the T4 R Design and the T5 R Design?

The T4 R Design costs RM10,201 more than the T5 R Design but lists the same equipment — the difference is down to trim or colour.

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