The Volvo V40 Cross Country is due for launch in South Africa this month. The Volvo V40 Cross Country combines ‘capable ruggedness’ and ‘expressive elegance’ to establish itself in the premium C-segment. Here is what you can expect from the Volvo V40 Cross Country when it arrives in South Africa this month.

Volvo V40 Cross Country – Features

Engine Capability

The Volvo V40 Cross Country’s performance is measured by a five cylinder 2.5 litre T5 engine that has a power output of 187kW and a torque figure of 400Nm including 40Nm overboost delivered during acceleration. Acceleration to 0-100km/h takes 6.5 seconds. Combined fuel consumption is 7.8 l/100 km and the T5 version comes with a six-speed automatic gearbox.

The T4 is a 1.6 litre GDTi engine that produces 132kW with a maximum torque figure of 270Nm including 30Nm overboost. Fuel consumption is rated at 5.5 l/100km/h with a CO2 emissions figure of 129g/km. The T4 is available in combination with the automatic six-speed Powershift transmission or a six-speed manual gearbox.

Diesel options include a five cylinder 2.0-litre D4 turbodiesel which has been optimised for fuel efficient driving pleasure and delivers 130kW and has a maximum torque figure of 400Nm. This power translates into 0-100km/h in 8.3 seconds with the automatic gearbox. This model consumes 5.2 l/100km with a CO2 emissions figure of 137g/km with the automatic gearbox. .

In addition there is the 2.0-litre D3 that produces 110kW and 350 Nm of torque. Both these turbodiesels are available with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Exterior Styling Features

The Volvo V40 Cross Country is enhanced with sleek design details such as the dark front with a contrasting bumper, sculpted contrasting sills, honeycomb mesh grille and upright DRL lights. The rear bumper is integrated with a skid plate and the wheels are the same size as the Volvo V70, including rims up to 19-inches in size.

Other exterior details include an anodized, black high-gloss frame around the greenhouse, black rear-view mirror housings and sleek rails that float over the roof.

“The Volvo V40 Cross Country retains its V40 stylishness by integrating the ruggedness in the design with meticulous attention to detail. It has en extrovert, expressive character that promises the open-minded adventurer a great time,” says Simon Lamarre, exterior design manager for the V40 Cross Country.

Interior Styling Features

Inside, the Raw Copper exterior launch colour is echoed by contrasting stitching which can be further emphasised by choosing the Copper Dawn centre stack inlay. The leather upholstery comes in five different versions including the Espresso Brown accent colour.

Further features for the Volvo V40 Cross Country include two-piece 40/60 folding rear seat backrests and a load compartment that can be equipped with a practical hanging load net. A soft safety net is optional and a steel version is available as an accessory. The front passenger seat can be folded forward to create even more space. In addition to the two permanent hooks, the extra floor integrates hooks for bags. Between the upper and lower floors there is a concealed storage area.

Lighting is designed to give a theatre lighting feel and LED lamps are used to light up strategic areas. For the driver’s enjoyment, the red to blue setting adapts the light to the interior temperature. There are seven other mood themes to choose from and the front and rear reading lights can be dimmed.

The expansive storage compartments include a storage compartment below the armrest suitable for CDs and other small items also the accessory range which includes a ‘Cargo Mat Organiser’ that keeps smaller items secure and in order, as well as a ‘Load Organiser’ that includes a load compartment divider, a load belt and two floor rails.

Prices for the Volvo V40 Cross Country will be announced at launch.