Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4

Volvo V40 2012 2.0 diesel description

Hatchback Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 has been produced from January, 2014 to December, 2016. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 190 horsepower on 4250 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and twin turbochargers turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
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This Volvo V40 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.6 litres.

Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 3.8 litres per 100km (26.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 4.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volvo real everyday fuel consumption is 5.3 litres per 100 km, which is 39% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volvo V40 fuel consumption.

Volvo V40 safety

During safety testing Volvo V40 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volvo V40 is evaluated with outstanding rate 98 from 100, children safety: good mark - 75 from 100, for pedestrian protection Volvo V40 got 88 points from 100.
Volvo V40 safety equipment has been rated as outstanding - 100 percents from 100.

With the same engine there is also Volvo V40 version with automatic gearbox (Volvo V40 2014 2.0 D4 AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 4.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 6.2 litres per 100 km.
Volvo V40 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Volvo V40 2012

Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 technical data

Model: Volvo V40 2.0 D4
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2014. January ... 2016. December 
Engine: 1969 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 190 HP ON 4250 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 230 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.8 (combined) 4.2 (urban) 3.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 5.3 l/100km (44.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres (16.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.37m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Ground clearance: 133 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 335 litres

Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 engine D4204T14

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1969 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 93.2 mm
Compression ratio 15.8 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

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Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 oil type 0W-20
Oil capacity 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 190 HP ON 4250 RPM
Torque 400 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2014
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on Volvo XC60 Volvo V60 Volvo V40 Cross Country Volvo S90 and 5 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Volvo V40 hatchback [2012 - 2016] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volvo V40 2012 1.6 T3 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 150 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2012 1.6 T4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016 1.6 Petrol 180 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2012 1.6 T4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016 1.6 Petrol 180 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volvo V40 2012 1.6 D2 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016 1.6 Diesel 115 HP 3.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2015 2.0 T2 Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 2.0 Petrol 122 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2015 2.0 T3 Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 2.0 Petrol 152 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2013 2.0 T4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 2.0 Petrol 180 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volvo V40 2013 2.0 T5 Jan 2013 — Dec 2016 2.0 Petrol 213 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volvo V40 2014 2.0 T5 Jan 2014 — Dec 2016

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds

2.0 Petrol 245 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (8)
Volvo V40 2015 2.0 D2 Jan 2015 — Dec 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 120 HP 3.2 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2015 2.0 D2 Jan 2015 — Dec 2016

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 120 HP 3.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2015 2.0 D2 Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 120 HP 3.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D3 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D3 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 5.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2012 2.0 D4 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volvo V40 2014 2.0 D4 Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 3.3 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2014 2.0 D4 Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 3.8 l/100km Manual (6)
Volvo V40 2014 2.0 D4 Jan 2014 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.2 l/100km Automatic (8)
Volvo V40 2012 2.5 T5 Jan 2012 — Jan 2016

Most powerfull petrol version (254 HP)

2.5 Petrol 254 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (6)
Volvo V40 2012 reviews
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