Overview & Reviews

A redesigned S40 was introduced halfway through the 2004 model year as a 2004.5 model. It continues into 2005 unchanged.

• Sharper handling than you would expect from a Volvo, T5 version offers quick acceleration, well-designed interior controls, long list of safety features, available all-wheel drive.

• Firm suspension can be choppy on the highway, average performance from the non-turbo engine.

User Reviews:

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  Here it goes... - 2005 Volvo S40
  By johnlockhart - February 7 - 10:00 am

  This car is nice to drive. I had a BMW 325, 2002. This car handles better to me, just like it.

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  The World of Volvo - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Excellent Car - January 9 - 12:40 pm

  Wow! This car is awesome. Stylish, solid, safe & sound - welcome to the world of Volvo What more can ask of an entry-level luxury sport sedan. I feel really smart driving this car and even smarter when I spend less than $25K for it (w/automatic and gnarly standard features, and season ski pass & lift for 2 to Vail & Heavenly). It priced much less than the Audi A4 or BMW 325 and WOW its a better car in everyway.

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  Suprise S40 - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Bob H - October 30 - 9:50 am

  I am very pleased with the price - value ratio of the Volvo S40. The performance of the T5 is nothing short of incredible. The mileage is also a pleasant surprise. I am averaging 27.5 combined city/highway mileage on mid- level gas. This is particularily nice since I last owned a Expedition. The new style with a set of crome wheels really sets off the fire-engine red body. I would highly recommend this vehicle.

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  2005 volvo S40 - 2005 Volvo S40
  By amit patel - September 19 - 6:30 pm

  This is a real fun car to drive and it is one of the best handling cars that I have ever owned. I didnt expect this nice an offering from Volvo. They have really out done themselves this time

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  Sporty with safety build in - 2005 Volvo S40
  By john H - August 4 - 3:13 pm

  The Volvo S40-T5 is a compact family car with the driving charactistics of a sports car. The adjustability of drivers seat and steering column make it even for a tail person like myself possible to be confortable in the S40- T5. Acceleration is impressive but will not set track records. The car is very sturdy built and the excellent reputation that Volvo has regarding safety was one of the factors why I bought the S40-T5. If you are like me and keep your vehicles for a long time (8-10 years)A Volvo is the car to consider.

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  Better than before... - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Airborne - June 14 - 3:50 am

  Im a high school senior, and I bought a 2003 Volvo S40 in May of 2003. I fell in love with it, it was fast and agile. But over time it started to rattle alot, and despite the dealers efforts, it always came back. So that led me to look for a new car. I stoped by the dealer to see what theyd give me for my old S40 when I saw the new one. I test drove a 2.4i with the Premium and Sport package and settled on a Silver 2.4i w/ Black leather interior and the Premium package. Best buy I ever made. Its a night and day difference between the old one. This is quiet, fast, the sound system is unbeleiveable and even safer than before. I got a discount for being a returing customer and it was worth it.

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  Great car - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Luis Rivera - November 12 - 5:21 pm

  I own this car since new, in my country is not easy to find european cars in manual transmission. Since I bouth found it great for similar market. The service in my country is not the best, but I have good mechanics.

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  Classic and Sporty Car - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Anjali - October 16 - 2:40 pm

  S40 is simply fantastic. Very classy and yet very sporty. The newly re- designed 2005 model looks much better than the 2004. The 2.4i has 168 HP, which is enough to leave behind many cars at intersections. Brakes are excellent. The ride is very comfortable and smooth. The seats have lumbar support which is great. Overall, a very sturdy car which looks great on the outside and beautiful on the inside. Steering is not as easy as the Infinity or some of the more expensive cars but the manual says it gives you controlled back which is the perfect term to use. Youll get used to the steering and like it. The 2005 model feels a little better than the 2004 model. A great buy...worth very penny!

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  Best car Ive owned!!! - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Irvine - October 15 - 12:33 pm

  After over 3 years of test driving new cars (yes, I realize thats a bit much) I finally decided on the new S40. I drove the Acura TL (it gave me whiplash between every gear in the AUTOMATIC!), Infiniti G35 (performed well, but looks like plastic on the inside), Nissan Mazima (cornered like the car was on stilts), Honda Accord (GREAT car, but not as classy as I wanted), and many many more. Out of all these, the Volvo had the best performance, and best interior/exterior design, without giving into the BMWs poor reputation for reliability. Im focused on reliability and quality while still getting soemthing I ENJOY driving. Ive had the Volvo S40 for 6 months and no signs of problems.

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  S40 2.4i, 5 spd. - 2005 Volvo S40
  By gsgo - September 1 - 3:56 pm

  Looking for a dependable, high quality, safe vehicle built with todays driver in mind. This is our first Volvo and we have been nothing short of impressed with our purchase. Well designed, easy to drive for both city and highway, solid road feel and handling, decent performance with the base 5 cyl. engine, the manual transmission is one of the best I have tried. Nothing can beat the solid feel of this car in this price range.