Volvo V40 2012 T4
Volvo V40 2012 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Volvo V40 2012 T4 has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2016. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 180 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and BorgWarner KP39 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 180 up to 300 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Volvo V40 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.1 litres.
Volvo V40 2012 T4 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Volvo V40 2012 T4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.
Volvo V40 2012 T4 fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volvo real everyday fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100 km, which is 27% 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.
Volvo V40 2012 T4 technical data
Model: | Volvo V40 T4 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2012. January ... 2016. January | ||
Engine: | 1596 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 149 g/km |
Power: | 180 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 240 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 225 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 (combined) 8.3 (urban) 5.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km (29 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.37m (length) 1.80m (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 | ||
Gross weight: | 1920 kg |
Volvo V40 2012 T4 engine B4164T
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1596 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 81.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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. More service info |
Timing belt change interval | 120,000 km |
Fuel system | Injection |
Volvo V40 2012 T4 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.1 litres (4.3 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
Power | 180 HP ON 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2010 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2013 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Volvo V70 Volvo S80 Volvo S60 Volvo V60 and 2 other models |
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All Volvo V40 hatchback [2012 - 2016] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |