One of the questions that we here at Smothers European Volvo field the most at 2881 Corby Ave. in Santa Rosa is when the overseas-exclusive V40 will join the new Volvo lineup. Thus far, Volvo hasn't confirmed when or even if the lauded hatchback will be offered here in the United States. However, if anything were to bring it to our shores, it would surely be winning the World Car of the Year award.
Given out each year at the New York International Auto Show, this honor is given to the vehicle that excels in the areas of value, safety, environmental responsibility and emotional appeal. This is quite the list of criteria, and we're guessing you're wondering how the V40 stacks up against the competition. Rather than focusing on what the V40 is up against, we'd rather simply shine the spotlight on reasons why we think Volvo could take home the big win.
Volvo V40 at a Glance
- Seven total engine choices to fit a wide range of budgets, ranging from a 4-clyinder petrol to a 5-cylinder turbodiesel
- Three transmission choices: 6-speed manual, powershift or automatic
- Horsepower ranges from 115 (4-cylinder turbodiesel) to 245 (5-cylinder turbo petrol)
And that's just how it impresses in the realms of value and performance. In terms of safety, the Volvo V40 brings the first-ever pedestrian airbag to the table. Upon deploying, it provides a level of protection never seen before. It runs along the edge of the windshield in the shape of a wide letter U, which is statistically the place where the most injuries occur during pedestrian collisions.
We at Smothers European Volvo, located at 2881 Corby Ave. Santa Rosa, CA 95407, like the odds of the Volvo V40 winning. That said, we'll be keeping an eye on the model's progress as the panel of judges continues to evaluate each of the ten finalists. The moment we hear anything more, we'll update you here on our blog.
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