Here's the review from Car Magazine of the Volvo S40. As they review specific cars rather than giving a range overview, this particular model tested was the 2.0 diesel, the biggest seller in the range, and in this instance fitted with the powershift dual clutch automatic gearbox. We aren't showing the full review here - to see that simply click on the link at the bottom of the post and you will be taken to the relevant page on the Car Magazine website.
CAR Magazine Said:
"a neat all-round diesel saloon that’s roomy, comfy and good to drive..."
"The Volvo transmission’s greatest virtue is that it makes for smooth, precise changes that are quicker than conventional automatics and quicker than most drivers could manage with even the slickest of manual gearboxes..."
"It rides and handles pretty impressively – very impressively compared to most Volvos – but you get very little feel through the steering wheel..."
To read the full road test report, simply follow the link to the Car Magazine Website: Car Magazine Review.
