Overview & Reviews

Volvo offers two generations of its S40 sedan for sale in 2004. The old S40 receives few changes this year; however, an upscale LSE trim version has been added. There are also minor revisions to the front fascia, and the audio system now comes pre-wired for a CD changer. Midway through the model year, an all-new S40 arrives as a 2004.5 model. Nothing is carried over from the previous S40. The new sedan is shorter in overall length but has a longer wheelbase -- this translates to better handling and more interior room. Whereas the previous S40 has only one drivetrain option, the new version has two engine and three transmission choices.

User Reviews:

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  WOW! I LOVE THIS CAR! - 2004 Volvo S40
  By Heather Ammon - February 1 - 10:00 am

  Ive had my S40 for less than a week and I love it! It handles like a dream and the interior is very luxurious! I love the leather and the wood inlay. The floating console is really cool too! Mine is mistral green metalic and I love that too. At first I doubted getting the color because my last few cars were green, but this color is beautiful and it looks great in the sun. The sports package is great. I drove both the 2.4i and the T5 and the acceleration was negligable to me, so I didnt feel it was worth the extra money to get the T5. This car is definately worth every penny. The competition better watch out for this car!

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  love my new car - 2004 Volvo S40
  By gopanthers - February 1 - 10:00 am

  I didnt get the turbo because I didnt need the extra speed. So far I love the new body style and I feel very safe in it. Its a safe car which looks classy yet doesnt look like an older persons car. The service at Warren Henry in Miami was amazing and they beat out the best price any where else. Its a car that I can invision placing my future kids in and yet not make me feel like I had to sacrifice a youthful car.

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  BEST PICK CAR OF 2004 - 2004 Volvo S40
  By Robert Molinar - November 7 - 10:00 am

  I have recently purchased my 2004.5 Volvo T5 and it was the best choice I could have made. This car amazes me everyday I insert the nifty key fob and start that 2.5L turbo engine. I would and have recommended this car to many other people and ones that have had the chance to drive mine have said they would DEFINATELY consider buying a volvo for their next car.

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  Just love them Swedes - 2004 Volvo S40
  By Brian Brodowsky - September 26 - 10:00 am

  I have had this vehicle for a few months. I have driven a 3 series BMW in the past and it is very comprible to both the look/sleekness and the ride. The appointments on the interior are beautiful...sleek new dash, greatleather seating,overall controls. The interior is so well made and not cheesy at all. What a hot car

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  Volvo S40 LSE AS R - 2004 Volvo S40
  By Mr.Garza - July 8 - 2:00 am

  Overall a great car. Going to Grossinger Volvo in Lincolnwood, Illinois was a hassle, they have a terrible service center, and when we terminated a lease of a 2000 Toyota Camry XLE they lost the keys, manual to the car and never returned it on time(recieved bills from toyota). Great car for the money. It would have been better if they had told us about the new redesigned 2004.5 Volvo S40. The service is terrible they dont know the parts of the car, they dont know how to fix problems with the car(squeking noise when braking), and they dont know which car you own, last time they brought us the wrong car!!!Dont go to Grossinger!!!

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  Good! - 2004 Volvo S40
  By Ivette - May 14 - 2:43 am

  Bought it new. Very powerful, comfortable, and fun to drive. I have had it for five years, and it has been very reliable.

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  Lg families and lg egos need not apply - 2004 Volvo S40
  By jece - March 14 - 10:00 am

  In a nutshell:Solid value and understated elegance. If you want a sportscar or something to "show," perhaps you should look to BMW or Jaguar. This car offers every safety feature imaginable, its reliable, and the power of the turbo engine is more than adequate. Standard equipment far exceeds anything Audi or the Japanese have to offer. This is my second s40 as the s60 was a bit large for what I was looking for. No problems ever. Highly recommended-however, not for large families or large egos.

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  T5 is very unique and great power - 2004 Volvo S40
  By Luis H - February 25 - 1:56 am

  T5 engine is a must have. got it in red and is very good overall. still looks like new almost 6 years later. 1st few months was a rear brake grinding noise that took several visits to replace. Then the sunroof molding kept coming off. turbo valve had to be replaced. 2 years ago my oil trap had to be replaced at about 75K miles. Dealership and Volvo denied this was an issue. Cost $600. 3 months later my wifes 2005 T5 s40 had the same problem at around 75K miles but volvo still denied this was an issue or a recall. 2 exact cars w/ the same issue at around 75K owned by same family on long island not an issue????? 3months later recall issued. now both cars have water leaks when it rains

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  VOLVOLUTION!!! - 2004 Volvo S40
  By lele - September 19 - 10:00 am

  Excellent design and performance

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  I love this car !!! - 2004 Volvo S40
  By Ozgur - September 13 - 2:00 am

  This is the best car I`ve ever had. It sporty, elegant, and reliable. I used to had couple of Japanese cars before, they were also good but I can not compare with this car. She got 1.9 litre small engine, but enough power. Built quality is much more better than most Japanese cars. Its reliable, safe and the most important, IT IS A VOLVO !!!