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Volvo’s small car lived for three generations before being quietly discontinued in 2011.
The best was surely the Ford Focus and Mazda3 related third generation which had an interesting selection of powertrains and avantgarde cabin design.
The line-up currently starts at $12,430 for the S40 T5 S and ranges through to $20,130 for the range-topping S40 T5 R-Design.
Check out real-world situations relating to the Volvo S40 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
You have multiple options for replacing a Volvo s40 key fob, however without more information about your specific vehicle I'm not able to give you more information about the cheapest one. You can read more about cheap replacements for a lost or broken key fob here.
It sounds like a good choice and I've no bad news. Always check that the services have been done correctly and it's worth getting a full report from a motoring club before committing to a car.
The first thing is to make sure the system is bled properly and there is no air in it to cause a soft, sinking pedal. Your mechanic might well be correct, that it is a master cylinder problem, but I would be checking the brake booster.
I can't be sure but it sounds as if your catalytic converter isn't working. You'll notice a rotten-egg smell if your converter has failed. Ask your dealer to check it out.
The price range for the Volvo S40 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $12,430 and going to $20,130 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sedan | 2.5L, —, 5 SP AUTO | $12,430 | $20,130 | |
| 2012 | Sedan | 2.5L, PULP, 5 SP AUTO | $11,770 | $19,140 | |
| 2011 | Sedan | 2.5L, PULP, 5 SP AUTO | $7,700 | $18,040 | |
| 2010 | Sedan | 2.0L, Diesel, 6 SP AUTO | $6,490 | $11,440 | |
| 2009 | Sedan | 2.0L, Diesel, 6 SP AUTO | $5,060 | $9,680 | |
The Volvo S40 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by —, PULP, Diesel and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.5L/100km for Sedan /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sedan | 9.5L/100km | 2.5L | — | 5 SP AUTO | |
| 2012 | Sedan | 9.5L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 5 SP AUTO | |
| 2011 | Sedan | 9.5L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 5 SP AUTO | |
| 2010 | Sedan | 6L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 6 SP AUTO | |
| 2010 | Sedan | 8.5L/100km | 2.4L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 2010 | Sedan | 9.5L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 5 SP AUTO | |
| 2009 | Sedan | 6L/100km | 2.0L | Diesel | 6 SP AUTO | |
| 2009 | Sedan | 8.7L/100km | 2.4L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 2009 | Sedan | 9.6L/100km | 2.5L | PULP | 6 SP MAN | |
The dimensions of the Volvo S40 Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sedan | 1452x1770x4468 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2012 | Sedan | 1452x1770x4468 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2011 | Sedan | 1452x1770x4468 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2010 | Sedan | 1452x1770x4468 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2009 | Sedan | 1452x1770x4468 mm | 135 mm | |
The Volvo S40 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x55 R16 for Sedan in 2013 with a wheel size that spans from 16x6.5 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sedan | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
| 2012 | Sedan | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
| 2011 | Sedan | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
| 2010 | Sedan | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
| 2009 | Sedan | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x55 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
The Volvo S40 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2012 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2011 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2010 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
| 2009 | Sedan | 1500kg | 1500kg | |
