The comprehensive standard specification includes City Safety, ECC (Electronic Climate Control), Textile/T-Tec upholstery, 16" Matres alloy wheels, DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control), power windows, a leather steering wheel & gear knob, a frameless auto-dimming rear view mirror and textile floor mats.

The Excel model adds leather upholstery, cruise control, rain sensor, power adjustable driver's seat with memory function and rear park assist. All these features are further complemented by auto-folding power door mirrors with ground lighting, front tread plates and chrome exterior trim around the side windows.

The most luxurious version of the Volvo V40 offers power adjustable driver and passenger seats, an active TFT crystal driver's instrument display, illuminated gearshift knob, LED daytime running lights, active bi-xenon lights with headlight cleaning system, a high performance multimedia audio system with a 7" colour display screen, bluetooth, a 3-spoke leather steering wheel with chrome décor and high version interior lights package.

The striking exterior lines are enhanced with 18" Ixion ll alloy wheels, a revised grille with modified bumpers, an aggressive rear diffuser with twin tail pipes and a rear spoiler optimised for high performance. All this together with the R-Design sports chassis enhance the handling of this model. Its visual presence is complemented with silver matt door mirrors, R-Design sports leather upholstery with side support, unique aluminium interior trim and a R-Design sports leather steering wheel.