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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  Great car - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Rob - July 15 - 3:13 pm

  After eight months I still look forward to getting in the car. Not as much power as the T5 but more than enough for normal driving. Handling is superb. After driving Hondas, I appreciate the low end torque and the smooth shifting. Controls are logically designed. The interior is spartan but comfortable and without gimmicks. Fit and finish is excellent. I enjoy getting compliments on the car as there still are not that many around. I think it is one of the best looking current models.

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  4th Time a Charm - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Ric - July 10 - 6:06 am

  I have now purchased my fourth Volvo. I own a 240 GL (each of my kids learned to drive in it) a V70 XC AWD (wifes) and an 850 GLT. Combined, I have over 550K miles on them all - and this isnt counting my first one, a 240 DL wagon which I put over 300K on as the kid mover car!! Now I own an S40 T5 AWD and it is the best Volvo I have ever had! If I am careful, I even get good gas mileage (around 29 mpg combined). It is fun to drive and a solid handling and feeling car. I anticipate putting lots of miles on this car like I have my other ones!

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  Great Car - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Ted Feldman - June 9 - 10:50 pm

  So happy I purchased the S40. It is fun to drive, great style and performance. I am actually getting the gas mileage that was posted on the window - 21-30.

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  Unbeatable Value - 2005 Volvo S40
  By AZDriver - March 11 - 8:20 pm

  I just got one of the last 2004.5s at a discount of nearly $6,000. I got the 2.4i fully loaded, with nearly every option for $23,400. Ive been researching cars now for the last 6 months and have test driven numerous competitors such as the new Subaru Legacy, Mazda 3S, Audi A4, and Acura RSX. The S40i drives better than all of them...not quite as fast as the Audi or Acura, but a smoother more comfortable drive. It blows the Subaru and Mazda out of the water although the Subie was much nicer than the Mazda. Great dealership experience. This is my 3rd Volvo and I keep buying them for a reason...they are truly great cars. I just hope their quality doesnt decrease now that theyre Ford.

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  Love it! - 2005 Volvo S40
  By Michael S. - March 7 - 9:16 pm

  OK, so I dont drive much. I work from home, so I do mostly short trips with an occasional 30 mile highway drive. That said, I love my S40. Great pickup on the highway when I need it (80 without even trying), OK gas mileage around town. I have the premium sound and moonroof. Loved the moonroof before we hit rainy season here in Miami, and the sound system is like being in a concert hall. Not many S40s on the road here, so its nice having a somehwat unique car. Extremely pleased so far (even though I havent even broken 1,000 miles yet).

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  S-40 2.4i - 2005 Volvo S40
  By fred ehmann - February 11 - 12:06 pm

  This is a solid car that will please those looking more for quiet, comfort, and reliability rather than punchy performance. The motor is willing--just not exciting. However, 30 mpg is the payoff for what you give up in thrills. In 2+ years and 35,000 miles Ive not had a single repair and am on original tires and brakes. Not bad!