Overview & Reviews
Only a year after debuting them on U.S. shores, Volvo has updated the S40 and V40 for 2001. Both the sedan and wagon gain additional crash protection in the form of standard head-protection airbags, dual-stage front airbags and a new child seat-safety system. Under the hood, engine improvements have been made to increase power and lower emissions. There's also a new five-speed automatic transmission that takes the place of the previous four-speed. Other changes are found in the cabin, with new material colors, a redesigned center stack for better functionality, more durable front-seat materials and improved switchgear. Rounding out the S40 and V40's 2001 changes are restyled headlights, bumpers and fenders.
- Strong complement of safety features, affordable base price, upscale interior.
- No manual transmission offered, lacks sporting intentions, pricing can quickly escalate with optional equipment installed.
User Reviews:
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what a decision - 2001 Volvo S40
By mkoh55 - August 18 - 4:49 amSo I bought this car two years ago...thought I was getting a good buy but within a month I had problems. First, the service light came on and they told me I needed an oil change. Then the check engine light came on and had to replace and o2 sensor, then the thermastat, now spark plugs and wires, replaced two complete struts, one coil spring, now I am on another o2 sensor and ECT sensor. The check engine light seems to always be on and something seems to always be breaking. Horrible decision, intending on getting rid of it.
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what a ride!!!!!!!! - 2001 Volvo S40
By volvospd - August 13 - 9:33 pmBought my 01 s40 with 25k on it in 06. Inow have 123k. This car has been my favorite car. Its sweet looking, comfortable, fast as well u know. I average 35 mpg I use moble 1,93 octan and perform maintenance as suggested. I have had only one problem and it was my fault. I had to replace the fuel pressure regulator. I kept loading my fuel lines before starting the car. It was not expensive to replace at all just a couple hundred bucks at the dealer. Love this car I want one for every day of the week.
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Holy Cow, Where do I start. - 2001 Volvo S40
By Grant - August 5 - 7:03 amI saw many of the reviews on this site and said OMG, I have had the same problems. I got this car to go back and forth to college, boy it was a nightmare. OK we will go down the list. Sunroof needed to be replace upon driving it off the lot (sunroof leaked in water), suspension has a lot of noise, Check engine light comes on when it wants, AC comes on when it wants and doesnt work at intermediate speeds, constantly replacement of bulbs (especially headlights, twice a year and they are not cheap), paint chips easy, turbo line leaked causing a oil leak, constantly replacement of brake pads and rotors, poor braking, AWFUL Fuel economy (around 17 MPG) continues below in improvements section*
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FUN - 2001 Volvo S40
By krick - May 29 - 10:00 amGreat fun car for the price range. Reliable w/no problems whatsoever.
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see for yourself its one great car - 2001 Volvo S40
By happydude - May 12 - 10:00 amwell, to sum it up quik. this car is no BMW 3-seris, or audi A4 as far as overall performance but it close. It lacks some ablity in cornering compared to these car. safety. Its better than both. roomyness, I front is fine, but if your tall than 511" you might be cramped the the rear seats. the car is built the a German tank. I own a chevy truck and it just as solid. There is also a ton of aftermarket upgrades for the car. upgraded it can d 0-60 in 6.2 sec, compared to 8.2 stock.
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The S40 has been good for me - 2001 Volvo S40
By Steve-O - March 10 - 11:13 pmIve had my Volvo S40 for 5 years now with only minor issues which are expected for any car. I got it certified used in 2004 with about 30K and now have 155K. I cannot complain with my Volvo, its been good so far!
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headache - 2001 Volvo S40
By sadvolvo - March 5 - 10:00 ami dont even know where to begin with my s40s problems. the breaks need to be replaced a second time (at 20K). srs light has been on several times and air bag has been replaced. i have had problems with the air conditioning, check engine light, trunk lock, gas door motor, heated seat light, headlight, and more in less than two years. and sometimes the car wont start. i thought i was investing in a safe and reliable vehicle. lesson learned.
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BOUGHT A VOLVO BUT GOT A LEMON - 2001 Volvo S40
By jaykap - January 21 - 10:00 amWe bought this car for my wife. Thought Volvo meant reliability and safety. Headlights had to be replaced 4 times. Check engine light would never go off. Brakes wore out after 15,000 mi. Ashtray door jammed shut. Cupholders were an afterthought. Tires wore down after 20k miles and had to be replaced. This car became very high maintainance. Ive had less trouble with my Jag. Dont buy this if you need a reliable car. I never got response from Volvo North America after I wrote them 3 times about my c
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great first car - 2001 Volvo S40
By donaldduck - December 16 - 10:00 am5 speed auto is excellent. Very economical.
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Run and never look back ! - 2001 Volvo S40
By 1tickedmom - November 2 - 10:00 amWhen I choose the Volvo S40 I believed that I was purchasing a safe and reliable car with top-notch customer service. WRONG! What a lemon. The paint on the car is chipping off. The power adapter in the car has failed 4times and the service light comes on for no apparent reason(the dealership can never find anything wrong)SRS light has come on 3times in six months and the air bag system had to be replaced twice. The cup holder over the cd player is a joke and the cup holder in the back pulls right(it is currently laying on the back floor of the car). The A/C NEVER gets cold enough (dealer says checks out OK) but Im sweating it out.Bottom line, Run and never look back.
