Volvo V40 Cross Country

The new V40 Cross Country is described by Volvo as an ‘elegant, refined premium crossover’ that’s aimed at ‘those who want a sense of adventure in their everyday life’.

Featuring redesigned bumpers and sills, a mesh grille, skid plates, roof bars, alloy wheels and a 40 mm higher ride height, it certainly looks the part.

Volvo V40 Cross Country (2013) Front Side

However, only the range-topping T5 version - which is powered by a 250 bhp (187 kW / 254 PS), 2.5 litre petrol engine - comes with all-wheel drive and hill descent control. Consequently, it’s unlikely that the Cross Country is going to be any better off-road than a regular V40.

Indeed, most buyers in Europe will probably choose one of the three diesel options on offer. For the frugally-minded, these include a 1.6 litre D2 variant with an output of 112 bhp (84 kW / 115 PS). Its average fuel consumption is an incredible 74.3 mpg (3.8 l/100km), while carbon dioxide emissions are just 99 g/km.

Volvo V40 Cross Country (2013) DashboardVolvo V40 Cross Country (2013) Rear Side

Prices for the V40 Cross Country are due to be announced in October, ahead of the first customer deliveries at the start of next year.

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