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Volvo teams up with Swedish House Mafia to promote the new XC60 (w/VIDEO)
May 18, 2013
DJ trio Swedish House Mafia split up in March after less than five years at the top of the dance music scene. And while their final appearance was at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami USA, they had one...
First Drive Review: Volvo V40 T5 Cross Country
February 5, 2013
There were two questions we were keen to answer when we drove Volvo's new V40 Cross Country last week - how different is it to drive than a regular V40 ES? And, what does it offer to justify its premium...
Volvo’s V40 T5 R-Design will cost more than BMW’s M135i
October 9, 2012
We're big fans of Volvo's V40 – which is a true rival to BMW's 1 Series and Audi's A4 and yet is still an individual’s choice with its own unique qualities. But the model that will account for at least 25% of all V40 purchases is the R-Design, which Volvo has this morning announced the UK pricing for.
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February 5, 2013
First Drive Review: Volvo V40 T5 Cross Country
There were two questions we were keen to answer when we drove Volvo's new V40 Cross Country last week - how different is it to drive than a regular V40 ES? And, what…
January 31, 2013
First Drive Review: Volvo V40 T5 & D4 R-Design
What does 'sporty' mean to you? Is it a firm ride with vice-like body control? Or perhaps a hyper-sensitive steering with an almost telepathic foresight of your next…
January 23, 2013
Polestar boosts the appeal of Volvo’s V40 T4
Engines and drivetrains are the weak points in Volvo's current model range. I'm sure they wouldn't mind me saying so - okay, perhaps they would just a bit - but they…
October 9, 2012
Volvo’s V40 T5 R-Design will cost more than BMW’s M135i
We're big fans of Volvo's V40 – which is a true rival to BMW's 1 Series and Audi's A4 and yet is still an individual’s choice with its own unique qualities. But the…
September 19, 2012
Volvo introduces the V40 Cross Country with a 250bhp AWD T5 flagship
I wouldn't normally sing the praises of a Volvo Cross Country model, but in the absence of an XC40, this is as close as you'll get to a compact SUV from the Swedish car…
September 12, 2012
Volvo introduces new V40 R-Design plus high-performance 250bhp T5 version
Volvo has launched a new R-Design version of its V40, with a host of upgrades that improve the dynamic looks and sportiness of its new compact hatchback.
August 30, 2012
ROAD 28: Volvo R-Design Special
What do you think of when you picture Volvo? Think towing a caravan on the A303 with a tailback longer than the Seine? Think accident-prone old biddy drivers with brown…
August 26, 2012
The DNA Inside: Volvo Cars
During the last few months we've immersed ourselves in several of Volvo's most dynamic new models, to learn about how the marque is positioned in 2012 and why you might…







