Volvo V40 debut in 2012 March followed by XC40 later
This car is quoted from Autocar, Tuesday (20/12/2011) will be constructed with P1 platform is also used by other models like the Volvo C30, S40 and V50.
Reportedly, this car will be the first to apply a Volvo 4 cylinder engines new themed Vea (Volvo Environmental Architecture) which has a capacity of not more than 2.0 liters,
Insiders say that the presence of Volvo V40 opens up opportunities for Volvo to play in a broader segment where competition in European luxury cars are now more stringent.
Armed with a model that is currently popular, Volvo is believed to be targeting young families as its market. Reportedly, in the future this car will replace the role of S40 in the market.
In addition to V40, Volvo reportedly will also launch 'baby SUV' which is also called the XC40 is based on the P1 platform version of the all-wheel-drive.
The automaker Volvo is ready to hit the year 2012 is in sight. In March next Swedish car manufacturer is ready to give birth luxury hatchback Volvo V40 can be against the BMW 1 Series and Audi A3 in the market.