2014 Volvo V40 T4 Polestar 1.6 turbo petrol from Brunei

Summary:

A practical, fun hot hatch

Faults:

Coolant system leaks and messages. Central locking issues.

General Comments:

This is the Polestar version of the V40 T4, 1.6. Tuned to 200+ HP, firmer suspension etc. Very quick, and in sports mode setting on the transmission, a beast. Of course it looks like any other boring V40 4 door, aside from the little blue badge on the back and a slightly throatier exhaust note. It catches a few out on the road when you leave them in your wake. Great fun to drive, but the firm ride is a bit uncomfortable on crappy potholed roads.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 7th July, 2022