Interesting Facts About the Volvo S40 P1
The Volvo S40 is a subcompact executive car that Volvo produced from 1995 until 2012. The model’s second generation, often referred to as the P1, rode on Volvo’s P1 platform introduced in the mid‑2000s.
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Birth of the S40 – 1995 Debut
The S40 entered the market in 1995 as a replacement for the Volvo 440, marking Volvo’s entry into the subcompact executive segment. This first generation was built from 1995 through mid‑2004.
P1 Platform Redesign – 2004 Onwards
In 2004 Volvo launched the P1 chassis designation, a platform that underpinned the second‑generation S40 until 2013. The P1‑based S40 featured a new design and introduced a 5‑cylinder engine line, distinguishing it from the earlier model.
Production Success – Nearly Half a Million Units
Between 1995 and 2004 the S40 saw a total production of 473,581 vehicles. Annual production peaked with 69,396 units in 1997‑1998, reflecting the model’s popularity during its first generation.
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