Volvo V40 hatchback 2014 review: Subscribe to the Carbuyer YouTube channel: Subscribe to Auto Express: br The Volvo V40 means that Volvo finally has a five-door hatch to take on the BMW 1 Series, Audi A3 and Mercedes-Benz A Class. Despite its estate looks, it's an all-new premium hatch that replaces both the S40 saloon and V50 estate.