2013 VOLVO V40

The Volvo V40 is a compact premium hatchback that's been around since 2012 but still remains a popular choice for those looking for a posh-ish badge. It's a fiercely-fought market sector, but brings Swedish cool, a refreshingly left-field image, and the kudos of coming from a car manufacturer that's on the way up. If you're tempted by a V40, it's likely that your shopping list will also contain the Audi A3 Sportback, Volkswagen Golf, Mercedes-Benz A-Class and BMW 1 Series, and all of them are much younger, and packed with much more up-to-date technology. But there are a lot of conservative buyers who like the Volvo's old-fashioed simplicity. It also offers slick styling, a comfortable interior and excellent value – especially when you consider how much safety equipment is available and how it manages to blend an enjoyable drive with impressive comfort. Much in the same way the Volkswagen does.It's really rather good drive, as you'd expect from a car that car trace its ancestry back to the second-generation Ford Focus. The V40 flies under the radar compared with its rivals but it feels very similar to the accomplished Volkswagen Golf from behind the wheel. That's to say it's quiet and refined with nicely weighted steering, a comfortable ride even on larger alloy wheels and good body control in the bends. On the motorway it's relaxed and very quiet, and makes for an excellent all-rounder. The only black marks on the move are the restricted visibility when manoeuvring – the windows at the back are quite small and the pillars at the rear of the car are chunky, so it's a good thing parking sensors and cameras are available to assist here.Despite having been around for a while, safety is high on the list with all manner of cutting-edge active systems available as standard or as optional extras. To ensure the greatest pedestrian safety the company has crammed an airbag under the bonnet. This system features a bank of sensors in the front bumper that activates the airbag if it thinks the car is about to hit a pedestrian. Other features include the option of blindspot monitoring (BLIS), lane-keep assist with adaptive cruise control, automatic parking and a suite of airbags around the car. There's Autonomous Emergency Braking, collision warning with adaptive braking, and active LED headlights. Inside there are some nice touches including impressively comfortable seats, a frameless rear-view mirror and a backlit gearknob. Check our website for more stock. Friendly and approachable sales team, check out our reviews.

Features:

12V Socket - Front, 12V Socket - Rear, 16in Alloy Wheels - Matres, A-Pillar Parking Ticket Holder, ABS - Anti-Lock Brake System, Adaptive Brake Lights, Advanced Stability Control and Torque Vectoring, Airbags - Drivers Dual Stage, Airbags - Dual Chamber SIPS, Airbags - Passenger Dual Stage, Amplifier 45W x4, Anti-Theft Alarm, Armrest - Front Centre, Bluetooth Handsfree System, Central Locking - Remote, Charcoal Trim, City Safety, Climate Control - Electronic, Colour Display Screen - 5in, DAB - Digital Audio Broadcasting Radio, Daytime Running Lights, Deadlock System, Door Mirrors - Body Coloured, Door Mirrors - Heated Power Adjustment, Driver Knee Airbag, Dynamic Chassis, Dynamic Stability Control, EBA - Emergency Brake Assistance, Electric Windows - Auto Open and Close, Electric Windows - Front and Rear, Exhaust Pipes - Twin, Floor Mats, Front Reading - Footwell and Theatre Lights, Front Storage Box with Cupholders, Glovebox - Cooled, Headlights - Levelling System, Headlights - Tunnel Sensor, Headlining - Blond, Height and Reach Adjustable Steering Column, High Level LED Brake Light, High Performance Audio System, Home Safe and Approach Lighting, IC - Inflatable Curtains, IDIS - Intelligent Driver Information System, Illuminated Driver and Passenger Vanity Mirrors, Immobiliser, Information Centre, Instrument Cluster - Chronograph Dials, ISOFIX Child Seat Preparation - Rear, Level Sensor, Locking Wheel Nuts, Passenger Airbag Cut-Off Switch, Pedestrian Airbag Technology, Pollen Filter, Power Steering System, Radio/CD, Roof Spoiler, Seats - Front Lumbar Support, Side Marker Illumination, SIPS - Side Impact Protection System, Speakers x8, Speed Limiter, Steering Wheel - Leather, Steering Wheel Remote Audio Controls, Traction Control, Tyre Sealant Kit and Compressor, USB/iPod Input, Versatile Split Folding Rear Seats - 60-40, Visible VIN Plate, Volume Sensor, Warning Triangle, WHIPS - Whiplash Protection System - Front Seats