Heico Sportiv unveils tuned Volvo V40

When a new hatchback or sport wagon hits the European market, it's only a matter of time before the tuners get their hands on it. And in the case of the new Volvo V40, that comes at the hand of Heico Sportiv.

The German tuner has been teasing us with plans to mod the V40 for months now. So with sketches and the promise of a racing version already on the wire, Heico has followed up with the first images of its V40 tuning program.

Mechanical changes center around an ECU reflash for the turbo five that boosts output from the car's standard 237 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque up to 266 hp and 269 lb-ft. Seven-spoke alloys, a full aero kit, and quad ovoid exhaust tips round out the package and set Heico's V40 apart from its stock brethren.

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Heico Sportiv Previews Volvo V40 Tuning Kit Again

Back in May, Heico Sportiv released a sketch of an upcoming modification package for the Volvo V40 and now the tuner is back to tease us some more. However, this time we get actual images - one the reveals the front end and another one that brings us to the back of the car.

While the front fascia isn’t too bold, the rear comes with an extra topping of aggression, using an air diffuser, as well as four massive exhaust tips. The tuner said that its V40 program will include ECU remaps for most engines in the range, new exhaust systems, sporty suspension and beefier braking system, as well as new rims and items that target the interior. Unfortunately, Heico Sportiv hasn’t released any other additional details on the developments.

Before we go, we’llremind you that Heico Sportiv has recently released a racing version of the V140, with this being a green development.

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New V40 to spawn rugged XC40 version

An XC40 version of the new Volvo V40 hatchback will be unveiled at this autumn’s Paris motor show ahead of UK sales early next year.

As with other XC models, it will feature a raised ride height, wheel arch and sill extensions, four-wheel drive (possibly as an option) and interior alterations to suit its more rugged personality. 

Saloon and estate versions of the V40 have also been designed, but there are currently no plans for any other variants due to the car being developed during a profitability squeeze and the last phase of Ford ownership. However, there will be a plug-in hybrid version of the V40.

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