The V40 is slated to replace the S40 sedan and V50 wagon, which were discontinued for the 2012 model year in the U.S. The V40 wagon was dropped after model-year 2004.
Though we can’t glean too much from the shadowy image, it looks like V40 is a compact hatchback. Based on its size, it’ll likely slot above the C30 two-door hatchback in Volvo’s lineup.
News Editor Jennifer Geiger joined the automotive industry in 2003, much to the delight of her Corvette-obsessed dad. Jennifer is an expert reviewer, certified car-seat technician and mom of three. She wears a lot of hats — many of them while driving a minivan.