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Volvo S40 T5 R-Design

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Top 33% of 2,315 sedan petrol models in this price class.

SedanPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 2009G
230
Horsepower · 169 kW
7.2s
0–100 km/h
235
km/h top speed
9.0
l/100 km
€43,980
List price at launch · 2009

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design is a sedan powered by a petrol engine delivering 230 hp (169 kW).

Updated Aug 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Volvo S40 T5 R-Design at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 s and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h. Power is routed through a front-wheel-drive layout via an automatic gearbox.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 9 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 211 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2009 as part of the Volvo S40 generation, and sits alongside 180 other variants in this generation. It is the most powerful variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design produces 230 hp (169 kW).

How fast does the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design?

The top speed of the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design is 235 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design has a combined fuel consumption of 9.0 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design emits 211 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design have?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design has a 2,521 cc engine with 5 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design produces 320 Nm of torque.

When was the Volvo S40 T5 R-Design introduced?

The Volvo S40 T5 R-Design was introduced in 2009.

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