Volvo Changes Its Mind, V40 Will Come Here

InsideLine is reporting that Volvo has decided to import the V40 hatchback to the United States. Bring on the manual T5! The V40, along with a planned XC40 crossover will make their way stateside, ostensibly to compete with new compact entries from Mercedes-Benz and BMW. These cars will represent the final run of Ford-based Volvos. No word on what engine choices will be offered, but the T5 turbocharged 5-cylinder engine seems to be a logical choice. Offer it with a 6-speed manual and I'll put a deposit down once I stop eating sardines for dinner. Initial reviews of the "T4″, which use the Ford 1.6L Ecoboost powertrain are positive. Let's hope that the V40 is followed up by a new XC90. Not even Methuselah has had such a long run. The new XC90 will apparently be the first car to use Volvo's new scalable platform and modular 4-cylinder turbo engine family. from The Truth About Cars http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com

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