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 BHP
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- 29.4 - 72.4 mpg
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- 1,324 - 1,572 kg
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- 251 - 894 L
This generation of the Volvo S40 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 2004 - 2012. It's a front engined Saloon with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 99 BHP 1.6 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 227 BHP 2.5 L Inline 5 Turbo petrol 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 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 155 BHP/Tonne 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 404 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,300 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
