I don't remember who it was that posted a 0-60 time of 7 seconds flat for a new S40 but I do remember giving him a really hard time about it.
I need to apologize for that. Sorry.
The car: 2001 Volvo S40, Torch Red, Tan interior, loaded.
The mileage: 4400 miles
The conditions: around freezing, clear skies
The gas: 92 octane
The procedure: left foot brake, right foot gas to 2000 RPM, DSA off.
The 0-60 time: 7.65 seconds, bone stock on SNOW TIRES!!!
Intake added: 7.30 seconds ON SNOWS!!
Gimmie some grip and I'm sure I'll make better numbers on summer rubber. I stand corrected my friend. This is one helluva a quick little car considering the engine size and such. Volvo needs to rethink their 8.5 second estimate BIG TIME!!
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