Body style: Wagon (station wagon, estate, combi, touring)
Segment: Entry Premium
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Volvo introduced the second generation of the S40 in 2003, followed by the station version for it a year later with the name V50.
After Volvo was bought by Ford in 1999, the Swedish carmaker had to share its parts and underpinnings with the American carmaker. Thus, the V50 ended up using the same platform as the Ford Focus and the Mazda 3. It was an economic measure meant to lower the production costs of the vehicles, although as a premium carmaker, it couldn't sell for cheap.
Volvo had already ditched the former angular look and moved its design language into the curved panels and soft areas. Thus, the S40/V50 lineups featured a front fascia where the grille was more advanced than the headlights. The carmaker stated that this detail will resemble the former Viking boats, with a nose-in-the-air stance. In the long-roof version, this compact-sized vehicle featured a sports-wagon styling with an ascending beltline with narrower rear side windows. Moreover, at the back, the vertical-mounted taillights emphasized the car's rear end.
Inside, the front bucket seats benefited from an anti-diving technology, which allowed the occupants to remain planted in their seats in the event of a frontal crash. Later on, most cars on the market were fitted with that technology, but in the 2000s, that was an important innovation. At the back, the 60/40 split-folding bench allowed two passengers to comfortably sit there.
Under the hood, Volvo installed a choice of gasoline and turbo-diesel engines, depending on the market. Power went to the front wheels via a five-speed manual or a five-speed automatic. For selected versions, an all-wheel drive system was available as an option.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (102 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1596 cm3 |
Power: | 75.3 KW @ 4000 RPM 102.4 HP @ 4000 RPM 101 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 111 lb-ft @ - RPM 150 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 114.9 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2722.7 lbs (1235 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4078.6 lbs (1850 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.8 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 171 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 5MT FWD (125 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1798 cm3 |
Power: | 91.9 KW @ 4000 RPM 125 HP @ 4000 RPM 123 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ - RPM 165 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124.3 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3029 lbs (1374 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4167 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 174 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 5MT FWD (145 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 107 KW @ 6000 RPM 145 HP @ 6000 RPM 143 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 136 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 185 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130.5 mph (210 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2824.1 lbs (1281 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4166.7 lbs (1890 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 177 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4i 5MT FWD (170 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2435 cm3 |
Power: | 125 KW @ 4400 RPM 170 HP @ 4400 RPM 168 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 170 lb-ft @ - RPM 230 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 136.7 mph (220 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Brake Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3208 lbs (1455 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.8 mpg US (12.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 204 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L 5MT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2435 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4000 RPM 140 HP @ 4000 RPM 138 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 162 lb-ft @ - RPM 220 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 127.4 mph (205 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3208 lbs (1455 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 203 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L T5 6MT AWD (220 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2521 cm3 |
Power: | 161.8 KW @ 1500 RPM 220 HP @ 1500 RPM 217 BHP @ 1500 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ - RPM 320 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 149.1 mph (240 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3261 lbs (1479 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4365 lbs (1980 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.8 mpg US (12.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 209 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6 D 6MT FWD (110 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1560 cm3 |
Power: | 81 KW @ 400 RPM 110 HP @ 400 RPM 109 BHP @ 400 RPM |
Torque: | 177 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 240 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2883.6 lbs (1308 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4188.8 lbs (1900 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 132 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0 D 6MT FWD (136 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 100 KW @ 2000 RPM 136 HP @ 2000 RPM 134 BHP @ 2000 RPM |
Torque: | 251 lb-ft @ - RPM 340 Nm @ - RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130.4 mph (210 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3272 lbs (1484 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4321 lbs (1960 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 153 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.4L D5 5AT (180 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2401 cm3 |
Power: | 132 KW @ 4000 RPM 180 HP @ 4000 RPM 177 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 350 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 139.8 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic, Sequential |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3165.8 lbs (1436 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4453.3 lbs (2020 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 184 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L T5 5AT AWD (220 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2401 cm3 |
Power: | 132 KW @ 4000 RPM 180 HP @ 4000 RPM 177 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 350 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic, Sequential |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3274 lbs (1485 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4453.3 lbs (2020 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 13.5 mpg US (17.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.8 mpg US (9.5 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L T5 6MT AWD (220 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L5 |
Displacement: | 2401 cm3 |
Power: | 132 KW @ 4000 RPM 180 HP @ 4000 RPM 177 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM 350 Nm @ 1750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic, Sequential |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 177.7 in (4514 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.2 in (1,539/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 103.9 in (2639 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in (135 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3274 lbs (1485 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4453.3 lbs (2020 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.7 mpg US (8.8 L/100Km) |