- "The globally successful Volvo that serves as a saloon, estate and coupe."
- ―In-game catch text for the car, from GT7's car collection
The Volvo V40 T5 R-Design '13 is a road car produced by Volvo. It first appeared in Gran Turismo 7 as part of Update 1.48.
Colors[]
Seven colors are available for this car:
- Ice White
- Electric Silver Metallic
- Titanium Grey Metallic
- Black Sapphire Metallic
- Caspian Blue Metallic
- Rebel Blue
- Passion Red
In-game description[]
- "This V40 was Volvo's most popular product in the 2010s. It was an elegant compact hatchback which combined the simplicity of sedan with the utility of a station wagon. Its exterior styling was strongly influenced by classic Volvos of the 1960s, such as the P1800 and 1800ES. And, thanks to the company's innovative safety features, the V40 gained extreme popularity as a family hauler. The T5 R-Design was the sportiest of the line, possessing sports-car-like handling that catered to enthusiast drivers."
- ―In-game description of the car, from GT7's Brand Central
Car Index (GT7)[]
The V40 was revealed at the 2012 Geneva show as a C-segment 5-door hatchback. Though it was positioned as Volvo's entry-level model, the V40 would actually play a huge role in the Volvo catalogue as it served as the combined replacement for 3 different models; the conventional S40 saloon, the V50 family estate, and the sporty C30 3-door hatchback.
To create a car that could provide the comfort of a saloon, the utility of an estate and the youthful, sporty styling of a coupe, the car was developed completely from scratch.
While the base structure utilized a platform in common with Ford cars, the styling is innovative and has no trace of Volvo's conservative image of the past. Incorporating design cues from the classic P1800 of the 60's and its later 1800ES variant, the car has flowing lines and a soulful silhouette that can be interpreted as a coupe or an estate. The car was an immediate hit from its debut, attracting worldwide attention for both its aesthetics and utility, able to comfortably seat 4 adults along with their luggage.
The T5 R-Design is the sportiest model of the series. Its 210.1 BHP 2L inline-5 turbocharged engine provides quick acceleration performance, and its sports suspension and 18 inch wheels provide both sharp handling and a smooth ride. The special front bumper and rear diffuser provide additional aerodynamic performance, as well as giving it a bold look/.
Cafe Conversations (GT7)[]
Chris[]
Yes, I remember well when this Volvo V40 debuted. It was in 2012, if I'm not mistaken. It was a 5-door compact hatchback that offered Volvo's tried-and-true practicality. What's more, it had beautiful coupé styling. I'll have you know, this styling borrowed many influences from the great Volvos of the 1960s. Volvos like the P1800 and 1800ES, for instance!
Fabio Filippini[]
The Volvo V40 is a pleasant 5-door hatchback with a sporty touch, especially in the T5 R-Design version. Its shapes display an excellent balance of Latin fluidity and Scandinavian rigor. In fact, it takes some of its styling touches from the historic Shooting Brake P1800 E, which already had Italian stylistic origins through the contribution of Coggiola and Frua. What a source of inspiration! Note the small hollow on the side shoulder and the rounded glass rear window. These elements recall one of the most iconic cars of the Swedish brand.
Acquisition[]
| Game | Purchase location | Credits | Other methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Turismo 7 (  v1.48+) |
Volvo Brand Central | 40,000 | --- |
Trivia[]
- The car represented in-game is a Japanese-spec model, hence the right-hand drive interior, km/h speedometer, and a 2.0 L B5204T9 engine instead of the 2.5 L B5254T12.