2004-2012 S40 OverviewVolvo S40 Overview (2004 - 2012)
2004 - 2012
Tech Specs Summary
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- 115 - 149 mph
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- 6.8 - 12.0 seconds
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- 99 - 227 hp
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- 24.5 - 60.3 mpg
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- 2,919 - 3,466 lbs
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- 8.9 - 31.6 ft3
This generation of the Volvo S40 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 2004 - 2012. It's a front engined Sedan with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 99 hp 1.6 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 227 hp 2.5 L Inline 5 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the S40 is the Volvo S40 T5 which scores 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 227 hp and a power/weight ratio of 14.22 lb/hp it has a top speed of 149 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo S40 1.6D DRIVe is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 828 miles and can store 14.3 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,866 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
