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Volvo 440 K 445 1.7 (106 Hp)
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Volvo 440 K:
The Volvo 440 and 460 are versions of a small family car produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between June 1988 and September 1996. The 440 was a five-door hatchback and the 460 a four-door saloon which followed in 1989. They were built at the NedCar factory in Born, the Netherlands and were only offered with front-wheel drive.
They shared many components with the earlier Volvo 480 coupé, including floorpan, front and rear suspension, engines from Renault, transmissions, and braking systems....(Read more on Wikipedia)
445 Overview:
Volvo 440 K (445). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.7 (106 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A lively engine offering good acceleration for its class, suitable for varied driving conditions and a bit more spirited.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer competitive fuel efficiency for a mid-range petrol engine, balancing power and cost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical hatchback design with good cargo space
- • Good range of engines including economical diesel and powerful turbo options
- • Reputable Volvo safety for its era, including available ABS
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Generally reliable and durable build quality
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and features by modern standards
- • Some petrol engines can be quite thirsty, especially the larger ones
- • Performance of base models is modest, lacking excitement
- • Lack of modern active safety features (due to age)
- • Resale value can be low for older models compared to some rivals
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Volvo |
| Model: | 440 K |
| Generation: | 445 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 (106 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 106 Hp |
| Engine Model/Code: | B18EP |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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