1995-2004 S40 / V40 OverviewVolvo S40 / V40 Overview (1995 - 2004)
1995 - 2004
Tech Specs Summary
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- 112 - 146 mph
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- 7.3 - 13.0 seconds
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- 89 - 197 BHP
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- 29.7 - 52.3 mpg
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- 1,286 - 1,410 kg
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- 413 - 1,421 L (Saloon)
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- 413 - 1,421 L (Estate)
This generation of the Volvo S40 / V40 was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 1995 - 2004. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 89 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 197 BHP 1.9 L Inline 4 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 / V40 is the Volvo S40 T4 which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 143 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 146 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo S40 1.9D 102 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 690 miles and can store 413-1,421 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,400 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
