Volvo V40 1996 1.8
Volvo V40 1996 1.7 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volvo V40 1996 1.8 has been produced from June, 1996 to May, 1999. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 165 Nm (Newton metres) on 4100 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Volvo V40 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.4 litres.
Volvo V40 1996 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volvo V40 1996 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.
Volvo V40 1996 1.8 fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 12 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volvo is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Volvo V40 fuel consumption.

Volvo V40 1996 1.8 technical data
Model: | Volvo V40 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1996. June ... 1999. May | ||
Engine: | 1731 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 115 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 165 NM ON 4100 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 195 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 (combined) 12.0 (urban) 6.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km (28 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 413 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1421 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1740 kg |
Volvo V40 1996 1.8 engine B4184S
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1731 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 80 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 |
Fuel system | Injection |
Volvo V40 1996 1.8 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.4 litres (5.7 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 6.3 litres (6.7 quarts) |
Power | 115 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 NM ON 4100 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Volvo S40 |
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All Volvo V40 estate car [1996 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volvo V40 1999 1.6
Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 109 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1996 1.7 1.8
Jun 1996 — Mai 1999 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1996 1.7 1.8 Jun 1996 — Mai 1999 | 1.7 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo V40 1999 1.8 Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 122 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1999 1.8 Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 122 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo V40 1998 1.8i
Jun 1998 — Mai 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1999 1.9 2.0 Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 | 1.9 Petrol | 136 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1999 1.9 2.0 Mai 1999 — Mai 2000 | 1.9 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo V40 1996 1.9 2.0 Jun 1996 — Mai 1999 | 1.9 Petrol | 140 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1996 1.9 2.0 Jun 1996 — Mai 1999 | 1.9 Petrol | 140 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo V40 1998 1.9 2.0 T Jan 1998 — Mai 2000 | 1.9 Petrol | 160 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1998 1.9 2.0 T Jan 1998 — Mai 2000 | 1.9 Petrol | 160 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo V40 1997 1.9 T4
Sep 1997 — Mai 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds |
1.9 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1997 1.9 T4
Sep 1997 — Mai 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (200 HP) |
1.9 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volvo V40 1997 1.9 TD Jan 1997 — Jan 1999 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volvo V40 1999 1.9 D
Jan 1999 — Mai 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (95 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 95 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |