Volvo V40 0–60 Times
The Volvo V40 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 1 recorded performance test sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Road & Track and more.
The fastest tested Volvo V40 is the 2001 Volvo V40 Wagon, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 7.90 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 16.10 seconds at 86.5 mph, according to Road & Track.
The slowest tested Volvo V40 is the 2001 Volvo V40 Wagon, which took 7.90 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.10 seconds at 86.5 mph, according to Road & Track.
Out of all the Volvo V40 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.90 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.10 seconds at 86.50 mph.
Fastest 0–60
7.90sec
2001 Wagon · stock
Average 0–60
7.90sec
Across 1 run
Avg ¼ Mile
16.10sec
@ 86.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
7.90sec
2001 Wagon
Across 1 verified run, the Volvo V40 ranges from 7.90 to 7.90 seconds 0–60, with a 7.90-second average.
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Volvo V40 0–60 Times by Generation
1 generation| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Generation | 1995–2004 | 7.90s | 7.90s — 2001 Wagon | 1 | The First Generation generation (1995–2004) averaged 7.90 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 2001 Wagon at 7.90 seconds. Output was 160 hp across 1.9L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
First Generation
1995–2004
Avg 0–60
7.90s
Fastest
7.90s
Tests
1
2001 Wagon
The First Generation generation (1995–2004) averaged 7.90 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 2001 Wagon at 7.90 seconds. Output was 160 hp across 1.9L Turbo I-4 configurations.
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Volvo V40 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
1 test · 1 year
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2001 Volvo V40
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
7.90
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
16.10
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#01
2001 Volvo V40 Wagon
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.10s
¼ mi @ 86.5 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 7.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 86.5 mph
- Engine
- 1.9L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- 5A
- Horsepower
- 160 hp
- Torque
- 170 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,120 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 19.5 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 20 C / 29 H / 25.8 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 1
How we verify Volvo V40 performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Volvo V40 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Volvo V40 performance FAQs
6 questions
The quickest Volvo V40 on record is the 2001 Volvo V40 Wagon, which runs 0–60 mph in 7.90 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 16.10 seconds at 86.5 mph.
The slowest recorded Volvo V40 is the 2001 Volvo V40 Wagon, which takes 7.90 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 16.10 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 1 verified run, a Volvo V40 reaches 60 mph in 7.90 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 16.10 seconds at roughly 86.5 mph.
We have verified test data for 1 model year. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Road & Track. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.
Sources
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Volvo V40 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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