Volvo S40 & V50 Facelift (Topic Ufficiale - 2007)

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Messaggio Aggiornato al 18/02/2013

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S40

V50

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Press Release :

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  [*=left] Increased differentiation between the S40 and V50
  [*=left]New S40 front with lower, broader stance
  [*=left]Sportier new grille creates a tougher V50 look
  [*=left]Slimmer tail lamps and new rear bumper
  [*=left]Larger and more practical storage space
  [*=left]New real wood inlay - Nordic Light Oak
  [*=left]Fresh new Spring Green upholstery
  

A number of distinctive design cues take the new Volvo S40 a visual step closer to the new S-range look as first shown on the all-new Volvo S80. At the same time, the V50 approaches the new V-range and the all-new V70 without compromising on its original compact and sporty attributes.

"When it comes to the exterior, we're aiming for increased differentiation between the two models. The interior refinements have focused on liberating smart storage space," says Volvo Cars Design Director Steve Mattin.

Starting with the new S40, the source of the inspiration can be seen clearly when the compact sedan is viewed from the front.

The new colour-coordinated soft nose creates a broader, lower stance thanks to a new grille with a larger Volvo iron mark, new headlamps and a lower air intake that sweeps across the entire front unlike the current model's three-part design.

"The new, lower and more horizontal appearance radiates smooth power. This impression is reinforced when the car is seen from the side. At the rear, it is the shape of the new tail lamps and the new bumper that further boost the dynamic appearance," says Steve Harper, who has been responsible for the design of the new Volvo S40 and V50.

[h=4]Sportier V50 grille[/h]The new black egg-crate grille with its larger Volvo iron mark emphasises a sporty language. The new headlamps and the three sculpted lower air intakes are other details that give the new colour-coordinated soft-nose V50 front an increased impression of solidity.

"Here, we've created visual vertical elements in order to further emphasise the new grille," says Steve Harper.

[h=4]Slimmer tail lamps[/h]The lower part of the tail lamp panel on both the S40 and V50 is 30 millimetres higher than before and the lamps themselves have an entirely new graphic layout. The brake lights are now of LED type and the position marker lamps emphasise the car's shoulders.

The new bumper features integrated reflectors in the lower corners and the lower, broader design language is supplemented with the more horizontal lines of the exhaust tailpipe.

"The improved shape and position of the exhaust tailpipes is a good example of how a little extra visual touch can create a highly potent impression," says Steve Harper.

[h=4]Freeing up storage space[/h]When refining the interior, the design team transformed itself into something of a liberation movement for storage space.

"The criticism of the current models' limited storage space served as high-octane fuel when the time came to sketch the new interior of the S40 and V50. We weren't entirely satisfied until we felt we had exploited every single available cubic centimetre in an efficient way," relates Steve Harper.

The team concentrated its efforts on two areas: the door sides and the centre stack.

The entire lower part of the front door inside panels was redesigned. The audio system loudspeakers were reshaped to free up space for a new, larger storage compartment with space for an A4 format book, an upright soft drinks can or a water bottle lying down.

As an added bonus, space was also freed up for an extra Dynaudio loudspeaker (only for Premium Sound), which adds even more spice to the audio experience.

[h=4]Larger and more intelligent centre console[/h]The already iconic super-slim centre console is available in additional decor versions such as the Nordic Light Oak real wood inlay, and the theme now flows smoothly with similar elegant soft curvature surfaces all the way to the rear seat.

The storage space between the seats has also been refined with the help of Scandinavian design tradition's most renowned hallmark - smart functionality.

The handbrake has a more compact design, which in turn has freed space for more generous storage capacity.

[h=4]Sliding cover and flexible armrest[/h]The sliding cover over the larger storage compartments, in which there are also two holders that provide secure support for large and small cups, is complemented by an improved flexible armrest for the driver. This also has a built-in feature that the design team playfully call the "hamburger table".

"We've even utilised the small spaces that are usually simply covered over when they're not housing controls for options or accessories. Now instead, the space has been converted into a handy compartment, for instance for a mobile phone. After all, the phone is not something we should be using while driving, anyway," explains Steve Harper, and adds:

"And on the back of the console there is another little jewel: a flip-up holder for a 1.5-litre bottle within easy reach of passengers in the rear-seat."

[h=4]New upholstery and green highlight colour[/h]New design details in the instrument panel and air vents also contribute to the interior refinement in the new S40 and V50.

The upholstery range has been expanded both at base level and for the more exclusive options, for instance with a new, finer grained leather. At base level there is a green ‘accent' colour fabric with the poetic name of Spring Green.

"The green upholstery is entirely in line with the increasing demand for personalised choices by our customers. We started with blue and red upholstery in the new Volvo C30, and now we are introducing green in the new S40 and V50. I'm sure it's going to be very popular," says Steve Harper.

[h=4]Sharper driveline range[/h]The driving characteristics are already among the most renowned strengths of the two models.

One new feature is that the T5 engine gets a performance hike of 10 horsepower, giving an output of 230 hp. There are also five other petrol engine versions available, plus a bio-ethanol Flexifuel variant:

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  [*=left] 1.6 100 hp
  [*=left]1.8 125 hp
  [*=left]1.8F 125 hp (Flexifuel)
  [*=left]2.0 145 hp
  [*=left]2.4 140 hp
  [*=left]2.4i 170 hp
  

Diesel engines, which account for 55 percent of S40 and V50 sales in Europe and 25 percent in total, are available in three versions:

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  [*=left] 1.6D 109 hp
  [*=left]2.0D 136 hp
  [*=left]D5 180 hp
  

One change here is that during the second half of 2007 the D5 engine will also be available with a manual gearbox, offering the driver no less than 400 Nm of torque compared with the automatic transmission's 350 Nm. This engine is one of the first to meet the expected Euro 5 European exhaust emission levels.

The E85-powered (85 percent ethanol, 15 percent petrol) Flexifuel variant producing 125 hp is becoming increasingly competitive. The Volvo S40 and V50 Flexifuel are sold in nine European countries and in 2007 account for 8 percent of these models' total sales.

[h=4]Now with active headlights[/h]When it comes to safety, the new S40 and V50 come with several new features:

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  [*=left] Optional Active Bi-Xenon headlamps that swivel the light beam in the direction of the road when the driver turns the steering wheel.
  [*=left]The car's hazard warning flashers are automatically activated when the airbags are deployed, a feature that helps attract the attention of other motorists in the event of a single-vehicle accident in the dark, for instance.
  [*=left]The brake lights now have the EBL (Emergency Brake Lights) function, which causes them to flash rapidly when the driver stamps hard on the brake pedal, so as to effectively alert traffic behind the car.
  

[h=4]Audio system of world class[/h]The new Volvo S40 and V50 can be specified with an audio system of absolute world class.

The most advanced of the three systems, Premium Sound, has a digital amplifier from Alpine, Dolby® Pro Logic II Surround and loudspeakers from Dynaudio of Denmark.

In the High Performance and Premium Sound systems it is possible to play CD discs with music in MP3 or WMA format. This means that the CD changer can store several hundred music tracks and give the owner access to his or her own private home music library even while on the move.

What is more, all the audio systems now come with an extra socket (AUX) for connection of other equipment such as a portable MP3 player. USB and iPod connectors are available as accessories.

Volvo

Modificato 18 Febbraio 2013 da Touareg 2.5

[Tommitel]

Imho dietro è peggiorata. Prima mi piaceva tantissimo, ora non mi piace.

Davanti i cambiamenti sono più "digeribili"....

[Teknos]

quei fanali posteriori non mi entusiasmano molto.... però nel complesso una bella auto

foto degli interni?

[TORRE]

il posteriore della berlina mi sembra peggiorato. il muso è molto meglio; ma a sto punto non potevano fare così anche il muso della c30?

[lucaf1]

Come preannunciato, Volvo presenta le versioni rinnovate di S40 e V50, le interessanti vetture compatte basate sul pianale Ford Focus lanciate a partire dal 2003. L'obiettivo principale, secondo Volvo, è quello di mantenere il medesimo target - negli USA oltre il 45% degli acquirenti di S40 ha meno di 35 anni - ma di avvicinare stile (frontale, coda, interni) e tecnologia dell'auto alle "sorelle maggiori" S80 e V70.

Tra le novità del nuovo modello, il miglioramento della qualità percepita, ed un nuovo studio degli spazi, soprattutto con la ridefinizione dei vani per i piccoli oggetti: ad esempio, sono stati ridisegnati sia i pannelli interni delle porte, sia la nota console centrale "sospesa". Novità anche per motorizzazioni e dotazioni di sicurezza.

I motori a benzina sono in parte quelli attuali: 4 cilindri 1.6 da 101 CV, 1.8 da 125 CV, 2.0 da 145 CV e i 5 cilindri 2.4 da 170 CV - in alcuni paesi anche da 140 CV; la versione T5, con il 5 cilindri 2.5, passa invece da 220 a 230 CV. I motori diesel (55% delle vendite del modelli in Europa) sono i Ford/PSA 1.6 da 109 CV e il 2.0 da 136 CV, ed il 2.4 5 cilindri da 180 CV circa, ora Euro5, della D5; quest'ultima sarà disponibile nel corso delle seconda metà dell'anno nella versione con cambio manuale, che permetterà di disporre circa 400 Nm di coppia contro gli attuali 350 della versione semi-automatica. Prevista anche una variante Flexifuel del 1.8 da 125 CV funzionante con E85 (85% etanolo, 15% benzina), in vendita in 9 paesi europei.

Tra le nuove dotazioni del modello ci sono le luci Bi-Xenon attive (in opzione) che variano la direzione in base alla rotazione dello sterzo; l'accesione automatica delle luci di emergenza qualora siano attivati gli airbags; la funzione EBL (Emergency Brake Lights) che fa lampeggiare le luci di stop in caso di brusca frenata.

Come la maggior parte delle vetture recenti, grande attenzione è stata posta all'impianto audio, disponibile in tre versioni: il sistema "Premium Sound" ha amplificatore Alpine, Dolby Pro Logic II Surround e altoparlanti Dynaudio; "High Performance" e "Premium Sound" possono riprodurre CD, MP3 e WMA; tutti hanno di serie la presa AUX.

Volvo stima di vendere 75.000 S40 l'anno, principalmente negli USA e in Cina (secondo mercato previsto per dimensioni), Regno Unito, Spagna, Germania e Svezia; per la V50, invece, si parla di 70.000 auto annue, di cui l'85% in Europa, principalmente in Germania, Svezia, Regno Unito, Italia e Olanda.

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[J-Gian]

Davvero bellina ora, a me da idea di prodotto "più maturo" poiché quella attuale mi era un po' insipida.

[lucaf1]

[Outlaw]

L'andamento a scalino della parte rossa dei fari posteriori della berlina non mi sembra affatto male. Davanti bello l'effetto di intersezione di solidi determinato dalle linee dei nuovi paraurti. Più bello quello montato sull'esemplare sw delle foto.

Dentro l'elemento più riuscito è ancora il pannello strumenti-console centrale. Il resto ha linee forse troppo pulite. Almeno in foto sembra più che altro disadorno e tirato via come studio delle forme. Magari seduti nell'abitacolo la prospettiva cambia ...e, mi aguro, migliora.

[Teknos]

sarà perche sono un patito della radica ma quegli inserti in legno chiaro mi fanno impazzire...chissà che belli con gli interni chiari.....

[victormola]

gli è spuntato il nasone del concept della xc60...