Among the highlights of the new Volvo S40 is how the vehicle drives. Handling and steering are brilliant, giving the little Volvo S40 loads of driver appeal.

There are four engines to pick between; and every one are skilled performers. If you're about the look-out for some of the finest diesel engines around, then really have a push of Volvo's S40 2.0D. With 320 Nm of torque, a glossy sixspeed automatic and exceptional fuel consumption, you're in for a joy.

Relaxation and construct quality are first-rate. And whenever your auto rates as among the safest in its category, you've got to become a happy chappie.

Volvo's S40 includes a variety of superior features: antilock braking with emergency brake assistance, a blind-spot information system, double xenon headlights that automatically flex to the contour of the corner, anti submarining protection, an energy-absorbing interior, keyless entry, electric seats, climate airconditioning, leather upholstery, Dolby Sound... and the list continues and on.

Superior invention and superior style can summarize the alluring new Volvo S40. The car has aerodynamically slick exterior lines which are absolutely eyecatching, and, as soon as you slip behind the wheel, the Volvo S40 will catch you also.

The 163 kW engine is fantastically fast, and, when mounted on an excellent Allwheel drive setup, the Volve S40 flys. The activity is fleet and glossy for the guide and hushed and smooth for the automobile.

Security is topnotch in the Volvo S40. Volvos lead the planet in automotive security. Dynamic stability and traction-control systems, fog lamps for improved visibility on these not-so clear evenings, a rear fog light with auto-shut off, daytime functioning lightsand side-impact protection systems are only some of the appetizing safety features available. It is a quite safe and solid midsized motor-car.

The inside of the Volvo S40 is equally as notable as the exterior. While we're on the issue of being caught, you'll be captured with the with the free-floating front dash. It is a design that's practical and boasts quite eyecatching attributes, switch equipment and instrumentation. A brilliant Volvo navigation system is linked to a DVD map information system plus a remote-control Sirius Satellite radio planning system. The tilt telescoping steering-wheel gets the sound controls situated in the drivers finger-tips, plus a selection of superior audio systems create superior surround-sound which is better described as being as great as a music studio. The systems boast an indash single or 6 CD changer with 6 to 12 loudspeakers!