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Can cheating the wind be good for it? We think so. Design and drivetrain modifications significantly
reduce air-resistance and minimise CO
2
emissions. For example, a special front grille, spoilers, wheel
deflectors, aerodynamic wheels (15
"
or 16
"
Libra) and a lowered chassis help reduce drag. And Volvo’s
state-of-the-art 240 Nm common rail turbodiesel, Start/Stop technology, brake energy regeneration,
heightened gear ratios, optimised electro-hydraulic power steering, newly-developed transmission oil
(that reduces internal resistance), and energy-saving tires – all help lower CO
2
emissions significantly.
Volvo S40 DRIVe
is available with all equipment levels (Kinetic, Momentum and Summum), all interiors, all exterior
colours, all wheels (except 18-inch wheels) and most options and accessories. For more detailed information, contact
your Volvo dealer or visit
www.volvocars.com
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Easy on the eyes.
Easier on the environment. Easily yours.
The exceptionally clean Scandinavian design of the Volvo S40 DRIVe Start/Stop helps it cut through the air with fuel-saving
ease. Sipping barely 3.9 litres of fuel for every 100 kilometres – with an average carbon dioxide emission of just 104 grams per
kilometre – this aerodynamically-optimised sports sedan makes eco-driving a beautiful thing. The lowered chassis, low-drag
wheels and instant power of a super-efficient engine with Start/Stop technology are just a few of the fuel-saving refinements
that make this car more earth-friendly and more fun to drive.
