Compact sport sedan shoppers will rejoice in the fact that every Volvo S40 for 2011 is now equipped with powerful turbocharged performance. The simplified model lineup encompasses the front-drive S40 T5 and its dynamically dashing sibling, the T5 R-Design. The former naturally aspirated base model S40 2.4i has been discontinued. Guaranteed to deliver a rush, the standard 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine develops 227 horsepower and 236 lb.-ft. of torque in both the T5 and T5 R-Design...
There's a new sporty flair in the S40 lineup as Volvo equips the turbocharged T5 front - and AWD models with standard R-Design equipment. Cues that set the R-Design apart include a unique grille with matte silver surround and R-Design logo, a sport body kit with color-coordinated side skirts and front and rear spoilers, Off Black Flextech/Crème premium leather seating surfaces with embossed R-Design logo, aluminum sport pedals, sport shift knob, R-Design inlays, watch dial instrument...