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Volvo’s hot-hatch – 257kW Heico Sportiv Volvo V40 T5 HPC

Volvo seems determined to shed it boring image. Following the recent launch of the company’s BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG contender, the S60 Polestar, a new proposal has now emerged in the form of a Heico Sportiv’s tuned V40 T5 HPC (High Performance Concept) with 257kW of power. Heico …

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Volvo V40 Pirelli Edition by Heico Sportiv

Tuner Heico Sportiv and Pirelli have joined forces to create a special edition Volvo V40 called the Pirelli Edition to commemorate the tyre-maker’s 50th anniversary. Based on the Volvo V40 T3, the standard 1.6-litre turbocharged engine gets a power increase from 111 kW and 240 Nm to 150 kW and …

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2013 Volvo V40 on sale now from $34,990

The 2013 Volvo V40 is now on sale in Australia. The V40 is Volvo’s answer to the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, BMW 1-Series, Lexus CT200h and Audi A3. The smart looking V40 is the company’s first foray into the increasing popular premium five-door hatch segment. It is also a huge departure from …

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Volvo Lifts Cover off V40 Cross Country

Volvo has lift the cover off the new V40 Cross Country. The Swedish carmaker’s latest crossover is based on the V40 Hatch with a raised body and an all-wheel drive system added. The AWD system will be paired with a variety of engines. Three turbo diesel engines ranging from 1.6 …

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Volvo V40 R-Design to Debut at Paris Motor Show

Volvo will debut the all-new Volvo V40 R-Design at the Paris Motor Show later this month. Dressed in stunning Rebel Blue, the stylish hatchback will come exclusively with the T5 engine, which delivers 187kW (251hp/254PS) at 5,400rpm and 360Nm at 1,800-2,400rpm. 0 – 100km/h is achieved in 6.5 seconds while …

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