Volvo S40 II
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Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 · Stage 3vsVolvo S40 II 2.5 T5 · Stage 2vsVolvo S40 II 2.5 T5 · Stage 1vsVolvo S40 II 2.5 T5
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2.5 T5 (Stage 2)
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2.5 T5 (Stage 1)
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2.5 T5
Comparison overview
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Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.8 s
- Fastest top speed263 km/h163 mph
- Most powerful330 hp246 kW
- Highest torque496 Nm366 lb-ft
- Lightest1,486 kg3,276 lb
- Best power-to-weight222 hp/t166 kW/t4.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption10.1 L/100 km23.3 mpg US28.0 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption15.1 L/100 km15.6 mpg US18.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption7.2 L/100 km32.7 mpg US39.2 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions241 g/km
- Best estimated range574 km357 mi
- Largest trunk404 L
- Best overall score70/100
- Best performance score69/100
- Best economy score80/100
- Best practicality score71/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp |
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| Power | 330hp246kW+110 hp | 286hp213kW+66 hp | 260hp194kW+40 hp | 220hp164kW |
| Torque | 496Nm366lb-ft+176 Nm | 432Nm319lb-ft+112 Nm | 390Nm288lb-ft+70 Nm | 320Nm236lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,486kg3,276lb | 1,486kg3,276lb | 1,486kg3,276lb | 1,486kg3,276lb |
| Gross weight | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb | 2,020kg4,453lb |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 54.5s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-12.6 s Calculated | 58.8s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-8.3 s Calculated | 61.7s99% target: 243 km/h / 151 mph-5.4 s Calculated | 67.1s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8s-1.7 s | 6.4s-1.1 s | 6.8s-0.7 s | 7.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.2s-9.8 s Calculated | 20.0s-6.9 s Calculated | 22.3s-4.6 s Calculated | 26.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 6.1s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 10.1L/100 km23.3mpg US28.0mpg UK | 10.1L/100 km23.3mpg US28.0mpg UK | 10.1L/100 km23.3mpg US28.0mpg UK | 10.1L/100 km23.3mpg US28.0mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 15.1L/100 km15.6mpg US18.7mpg UK | 15.1L/100 km15.6mpg US18.7mpg UK | 15.1L/100 km15.6mpg US18.7mpg UK | 15.1L/100 km15.6mpg US18.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK | 7.2L/100 km32.7mpg US39.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.7s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 222hp/t166kW/t101hp/1000 lb Calculated | 192hp/t144kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated | 175hp/t130kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated | 148hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 334Nm/t223lb-ft/ton Calculated | 291Nm/t195lb-ft/ton Calculated | 263Nm/t176lb-ft/ton Calculated | 215Nm/t144lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 574km357mi Calculated | 574km357mi Calculated | 574km357mi Calculated | 574km357mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in | 2,521cc154cu in |
| Length | 4,468mm176in | 4,468mm176in | 4,468mm176in | 4,468mm176in |
| Width | 1,770mm70in | 1,770mm70in | 1,770mm70in | 1,770mm70in |
| Height | 1,452mm57in | 1,452mm57in | 1,452mm57in | 1,452mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in | 2,640mm104in |
| Front track | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in | 1,531mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 404L | 404L | 404L | 404L |
| Max trunk volume | 883L | 883L | 883L | 883L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 58L | 58L | 58L | 58L |
| CO2 emissions | 241g/km | 241g/km | 241g/km | 241g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 1) 260 hp: Power / Torque
- Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 220 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,800 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.8 s | 6.4 s | 6.8 s | 7.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.2 s | 20.0 s | 22.3 s | 26.9 s |
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.6 s | 9.8 s | 10.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.7 s | 12.2 s | 12.5 s | 13.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.7 s | 14.3 s | 14.7 s | 15.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 179 km/h 111 mph | 171 km/h 106 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph | 157 km/h 98 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW |
Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp has 110 hp more than Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 220 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 220 hp and Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp: 110 hp (82 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 5.8 s |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 6.4 s |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 6.8 s |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 7.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp and Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 220 hp: 1.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp and Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 1) 260 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 222 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 192 hp/t 144 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 574 km 357 mi |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 574 km 357 mi |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 574 km 357 mi |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 574 km 357 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.8 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW | 6.4 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 260 hp 194 kW | 6.8 s | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 220 hp 164 kW | 7.5 s | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp |
| 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp |
| 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp |
| 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp |
| 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | ||||||
Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | 7.5 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | 222 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | 192 hp/t 144 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
| VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 3)330 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 2)286 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5 (Stage 1)260 hp | VolvoS40 II2.5 T5220 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 330 hp 246 kW | 286 hp 213 kW | 260 hp 194 kW | 220 hp 164 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 496 Nm 366 lb-ft | 432 Nm 319 lb-ft | 390 Nm 288 lb-ft | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.8 s | 6.4 s | 6.8 s | 7.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 263 km/h 163 mph | 252 km/h 157 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | Unrestricted 235 km/h146 mph Restricted 225 km/h140 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb | 1,486 kg 3,276 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | 10.1 L/100 km 23.3 mpg US 28.0 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 574 km 357 mi | 574 km 357 mi | 574 km 357 mi | 574 km 357 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 241 g/km | 241 g/km | 241 g/km | 241 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 404 L 14.3 cu ft | 404 L 14.3 cu ft | 404 L 14.3 cu ft | 404 L 14.3 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 222 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 192 hp/t 144 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp | Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp | Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 1) 260 hp | Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 220 hp |
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| Consumption | 10.1 L/100 km23.3 mpg US28 mpg UK | 10.1 L/100 km23.3 mpg US28 mpg UK | 10.1 L/100 km23.3 mpg US28 mpg UK | 10.1 L/100 km23.3 mpg US28 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 17.68 LC100 km | 17.68 LC100 km | 17.68 LC100 km | 17.68 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 28.45 LC100 mi | 28.45 LC100 mi | 28.45 LC100 mi | 28.45 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,515 L400 US gal333 UK gal | 1,515 L400 US gal333 UK gal | 1,515 L400 US gal333 UK gal | 1,515 L400 US gal333 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,651 LC/year | 2,651 LC/year | 2,651 LC/year | 2,651 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 3) 330 hp
- Has 44 hp more
- Has 64 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 30 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volvo S40 II 2.5 T5 (Stage 2) 286 hp
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