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2007 Volvo S40 Full Review
Date Published: 2/21/08
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2007 Volvo S40 Review
An antiskid system is standard instead of optional on 2007 versions of Volvo's entry-level sedans. Volvo offers a wagon version of this car as the V50. Both share some elements of their basic design with the Mazda 3. S40s have a 5-cyl engine and come in 2.4i and sporty T5 trim. The 2.4i models have 168 hp and front-wheel drive. T5s are turbocharged, have 218 hp, and are front- or all-wheel drive. Manual or automatic transmission is available. ABS and traction/antiskid control are standard. So are front side airbags and curtain side airbags. AWD T5s include a firmer sport suspension that's available for other models. Keyless entry/starting is a new option for all models, which get a minor interior freshening for '07. Also available are a navigation system with pop-up dashboard screen, leather upholstery, heated seats, and sunroof.
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New or significantly redesigned is the BMW 3-Series.
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New or significantly redesigned is the BMW 3-Series.
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2007 Volvo S40 Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Ride/handling | Acceleration (2.4i) |
| Quietness | |
| Build quality | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Volvo says S40 2.4i does 7.7 sec 0-60 mph with manual transmission, 8.4 with automatic. That sounds adequate, but in practice, acceleration is unimpressive, even with manual, especially up long grades. T5s snappier, suffer little irksome turbo lag. Test manual-transmission T5 did 6.9 sec 0-60 mph. Manual shift action slick, precise. Automatic generally smooth, responsive.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 5 | 7 | 6 | 6.6 |
Volvo says S40 2.4i does 7.7 sec 0-60 mph with manual transmission, 8.4 with automatic. That sounds adequate, but in practice, acceleration is unimpressive, even with manual, especially up long grades. T5s snappier, suffer little irksome turbo lag. Test manual-transmission T5 did 6.9 sec 0-60 mph. Manual shift action slick, precise. Automatic generally smooth, responsive.
Fuel Economy
No opportunity to measure with 2.4i models. Test T5s averaged 20.3 mpg with manual transmission, 20.6 with automatic. Test automatic AWD V50 averaged 25.0 mpg with more highway use. Volvo recommends premium-grade fuel for all S40s.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5 | 5 | 5.4 |
No opportunity to measure with 2.4i models. Test T5s averaged 20.3 mpg with manual transmission, 20.6 with automatic. Test automatic AWD V50 averaged 25.0 mpg with more highway use. Volvo recommends premium-grade fuel for all S40s.
Ride Quality
All models firm, but base suspension reasonably compliant on most surfaces. Tauter sport suspension, included with AWD models and optional Sport Package, reacts sharply to bumps, makes for uncomfortably stiff ride in concert with low-profile 17-inch tires.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 7 | 6 | 7 | 5.9 |
All models firm, but base suspension reasonably compliant on most surfaces. Tauter sport suspension, included with AWD models and optional Sport Package, reacts sharply to bumps, makes for uncomfortably stiff ride in concert with low-profile 17-inch tires.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Assured and predictable, but not quite sport-sedan agile. Steering accurate, has good feedback, but some testers find it too light for best highway-speed control. Tight turning circle aids low-speed maneuvering. Brakes ease speed quickly with fine stability, moderate nosedive.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 6 | 7 | 6 | 7.3 |
Assured and predictable, but not quite sport-sedan agile. Steering accurate, has good feedback, but some testers find it too light for best highway-speed control. Tight turning circle aids low-speed maneuvering. Brakes ease speed quickly with fine stability, moderate nosedive.
Quietness
These 5-cyl engines lack 6-cyl smoothness, suffer intrusive high-rpm thrum, but are OK otherwise. Wind noise modest. Little road ruckus from 16-inch tires except on very coarse pavement; 17s rumble on all but smoothest surfaces.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5 | 6 | 6.2 |
These 5-cyl engines lack 6-cyl smoothness, suffer intrusive high-rpm thrum, but are OK otherwise. Wind noise modest. Little road ruckus from 16-inch tires except on very coarse pavement; 17s rumble on all but smoothest surfaces.
Controls
Mostly user friendly. Ultrathin center stack houses audio and climate buttons that some testers say take time to sort out and are too easily hit by accident while shifting. Windshield-wiper stalk impedes accessing dashboard-mounted ignition switch. Cabin has minimalist design, high-quality materials, and solid workmanship.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7.2 |
Mostly user friendly. Ultrathin center stack houses audio and climate buttons that some testers say take time to sort out and are too easily hit by accident while shifting. Windshield-wiper stalk impedes accessing dashboard-mounted ignition switch. Cabin has minimalist design, high-quality materials, and solid workmanship.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Interior not that wide, but furnishes adult-size head and leg room on supportive, well-shaped seats. Standard tilt/telescope steering wheel, available power seat let most drivers get comfortable. Visibility good except to right-rear, where head rests and high deck partly interfere.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.9 |
Interior not that wide, but furnishes adult-size head and leg room on supportive, well-shaped seats. Standard tilt/telescope steering wheel, available power seat let most drivers get comfortable. Visibility good except to right-rear, where head rests and high deck partly interfere.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Two adults get decent head and elbow room, but three will feel pinched. Knee space tight if front seats more than halfway aft, but toe room generous. Seat short on thigh support. Narrow door thresholds impede entry/exit.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 3.7 |
Two adults get decent head and elbow room, but three will feel pinched. Knee space tight if front seats more than halfway aft, but toe room generous. Seat short on thigh support. Narrow door thresholds impede entry/exit.
Cargo Room
Good trunk room for a compact sedan, abetted by standard folding rear seatbacks, but volume meager by absolute standards and aperture won't accept bulky cargo. Interior storage subpar.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 4.2 |
Good trunk room for a compact sedan, abetted by standard folding rear seatbacks, but volume meager by absolute standards and aperture won't accept bulky cargo. Interior storage subpar.
Value within Class
S40 may be a bit pricey and not quite sporty enough for the younger buyers Volvo covets. But it's a solid, capable compact that appeals for its big-Volvo style, solid workmanship, and safety features, plus available all-wheel drive. Just avoid the optional sport suspension/17-inch-tire combination, which compromises ride comfort and does little for roadability.
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 6 | 6.3 |
S40 may be a bit pricey and not quite sporty enough for the younger buyers Volvo covets. But it's a solid, capable compact that appeals for its big-Volvo style, solid workmanship, and safety features, plus available all-wheel drive. Just avoid the optional sport suspension/17-inch-tire combination, which compromises ride comfort and does little for roadability.
Total Score
| 2.4i, man. | T5 w/Sport Pkg., man. | T5, auto. | Class Average |
| 56 | 56 | 57 | 59.7 |
Scores for all Premium Compact Cars
| Low Score | 55 | |
| Average Score | 59 | |
| High Score | 67 |
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2007 Volvo S40 Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 11/14/2006
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| S40 2.4i 4-door sedan | $24,240 | $22,821 | $695 |
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| S40 T5 4-door sedan | $28,390 | $26,722 | $695 |
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| AWD S40 T5 4-door sedan | $28,990 | $27,286 | $695 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
2.4i
Powertrain
2.4-liter 5-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags, front-seat active head restraints, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist, antiskid system, daytime running lights, emergency inside trunklid release.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, interior air filter, power steering, tilt/telescope leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, driver-seat lumbar adjustment, fold-flat passenger seat, center console, cupholders, split folding rear seat, trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/turn signals, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock, tachometer, outside-temperature indicator, intermittent wipers, map lights, illuminated visor mirrors, rear defogger, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear fog light, 205/55VR16 tires, alloy wheels.
T5 adds to 2.4i:
Powertrain
2.5-liter turbocharged 5-cylinder engine, 5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Automatic climate control, 8-way power driver seat, aluminum interior trim, trip computer.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Front fog lights, AWD adds: all-wheel drive, 6-speed manual transmission, sport suspension.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Premium Pkg.
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T5
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$3,475
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$2,988
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Power sunroof, leather upholstery, power passenger seat, driver-seat memory, universal garage door opener, automatic day/night rearview mirror.
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Select Pkg.
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2.4i
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$3,350
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$2,878
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2.4i w/Sport Pkg.
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$3,198
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$2,748
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Power sunroof, 8-way power driver seat, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, digital-media player connection, upgraded sound system, trip computer, woodgrain interior trim (deleted with Sport Pkg.).
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Sport Pkg.
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2.4i
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$1,295
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$962
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Aluminum interior trim, front fog lights, sport suspension, 205/50R17 tires, unique alloy wheels.
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Body Styling Pkg.
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2.4i
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$1,195
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$1,027
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Body cladding, rear spoiler.
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Dynamic Trim Pkg.
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FWD T5
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$1,995
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$1,715
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AWD T5
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$1,895
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$1,629
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FWD T5 w/chrome alloy wheels
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$1,705
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$1,467
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AWD T5 w/chrome alloy wheels
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$1,575
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$1,355
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Sport steering wheel, body cladding, rear spoiler, sport suspension (FWD), 205/50R17 tires, unique alloy wheels.
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Climate Pkg.
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2.4i, T5
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$1,025
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$881
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T5 w/bi-xenon
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$762
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$655
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Heated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, headlight washers.
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Audio Pkg.
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T5
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$1,390
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$1,193
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AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, digital-media player connection, upgraded sound system.
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Powertrain |
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5-speed automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability
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2.4i, AWD T5
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$1,250
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$1,250
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Navigation system
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T5
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$2,120
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$1,823
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Leather upholstery
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2.4i
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$1,200
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$1,032
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Satellite radio
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2.4i, T5
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$295
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$253
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2.4i requires Select Pkg. T5 requires Audio Pkg.
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Remote engine start
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T5
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$450
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$387
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Bi-xenon headlights
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T5
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$700
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$602
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Includes headlight washers.
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Special paint
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2.4i, T5
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$475
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$408
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Premium paint
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2.4i, T5
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$625
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$537
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205/50R17 tires
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T5
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$550
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$473
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Chrome alloy wheels
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T5
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$1,495
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$1,285
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Includes 205/50R17 tires.
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2007 Volvo S40 Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Volvo S40 4-door sedan |
| Wheelbase, in. | 103.9 |
| Overall Length, in. | 175.9 |
| Overall Width, in. | 69.7 |
| Overall Height, in. | 57.2 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3225 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 12.6 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 15.9 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 38.9 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.6 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 37.2 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 34.4 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I5 | Turbocharged dohc I5 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.4 /149 | 2.5 /154 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 168 @ 6000 | 218 @ 5000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 170 @ 4400 | 236 @ 1500 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed manual | 22/29 | --/-- |
| 6-speed manual | --/-- | 21/30 |
| 5-speed automatic | 22/31 | 21/30 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Volvo S40 4-door sedan |
| Front Impact, Driver | 4 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 |
| Rollover Resistance | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | None/-- | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 12/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 4/unlimited | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Belgium
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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