Safety

Safety features include antilock brakes, side-impact and side curtain-type airbags, and whiplash protection.
See also:
Speed-dependent steering force*
Steering force increases with the speed of the vehicle to give the driver enhanced
sensitivity. At low speed the vehicle is easy to steer in order to facilitate parking,
etc.
Steering force can b ...
Fastening a seat belt
Buckling
Pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle until
a distinct click is heard. The seat belt retractor is normally "unlocked" and you
can move free ...
Comfort and convenience
While the interior of the Volvo S40 places an emphasis on style, form has not
been allowed to take precedence over function. The fascia ergonomics have been
carefully designed and drivers will fin ...
