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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Best car for the price - 2004 Volvo S40
By Ken Y. - December 6 - 10:00 amMy 2002 Monte Carlo SS was totalled when someone hit me from the rear. I went to many different dealerships Honda, Acura, Subaru, VW, etc. I just thought I would stop into the Volvo dealership to see what they had. They made me a deal I couldnt refuse on a 2004 S40. It has everything except fog lights and a spoiler. The only complaint I have is that the steering wheel vibrates a little when traveling above 70Mph.
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So far, GREAT! - 2004 Volvo S40
By Timscotland - November 23 - 2:00 amMy wife drives a V70 D5 a car I have been very impressed by. I am now middle aged and therefore have been required to go for a sensible car. My Honda Accord TypeR had to go and I have to be a grown up :-( Enter an S40 T5 so much torque, quiet (great news after the Honda) 30mpg at 90mph I love this car. Even running in, resticted to 3000rpm, you are traveling at 90+ but as the milage goes on (now at 1100 in 10 days) the engine gets better and better. The 6 speed gearbox is smooth and precise, better even than the Honda with its award winning box, even if 6 speeds are unnessisary with the car.
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Performance Bargain - 2004 Volvo S40
By Michael - July 5 - 7:26 amIve been driving this car for about a month and I love it. It makes my commute enjoyable instead of it being a drudgery. The Volvo S40 handles like its on rails, stuck to the road like glue.Really comfortable. The car feels so solid and well built. The 5 cylinder engine has a surprising amount of power. It really takes off when you punch the accelerator, and yet, fuel economy is better than my Honda Accord. Im averaging about 32 mpg on the highway. I wish I had bought this car a long time ago!
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Great car for my used car budget - 2004 Volvo S40
By JRGILLESPIE - June 28 - 7:56 pmI owned a 94 850 wagon and loved it, then I saw this one for sale at a lot. So far its great. I love the eye catching "Virtual Blue" color. The turbo is great and its got good pick- up. My $11k went far and I know this car will last me just like my last one did. I love the aggressive look of the front end and the rims. My complaints are like most everyone elses...the radio is ridiculous. The knobs to control the presets are just awkward. A "popping" trunk release would have been nice as well. I rated reliability at an 8 but I havent had the car long. I base this on previous Volvo experience.
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Traded 2000 S40 for 2004 S40 - 2004 Volvo S40
By Mark Gray - June 23 - 10:00 amI just traded my 2000 S40 for a 2004 S40. The dealer and the automobile are 1st Class. The small things I did not like about my 2000 such as location of window and mirror controls and cup holders have been improved greatly. The car also has a 5 speed automatic now and is much smoother and quiter. Some slight body changes make the car better than the 2000 model. A great car has been made almost perfect! Perfect would require about 200HP and 200lbs.ft. torque.
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GREAT LITTLE CAR - 2004 Volvo S40
By CHARLES RICHARDS - June 1 - 10:00 amA FUN CAR TO DRIVE....SURPRISING POWER ESPECIALLY ON THE INTERSTATE...DRIVER SIDE A LITTLE SNUG FOR A BIG FELLOW OR GAL....I MISS THE TILT STERRING RANGE...SHORT RANGE DOES NOT ALLOV EASY ENTRY TO DRIVERS SIDE
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2004 s40 t5 - 2004 Volvo S40
By laurenc8283 - May 6 - 2:53 pmThis is my second Volvo. And Ive had so many problem with the s40, from engine problems to transmission problems... I bought the car with 75,000 miles on it and it had a bad compresser, and a blown amp.. My cd player had to be replaced... All the Major belts have had to be replaced twice.. The care also stinks on gas! I do not think this is a reliable car, and very disappointed in Volvo.. Havent had the car a year yet and im already in the process of getting a new car... Not recommended!
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Couldnt Be Happier! - 2004 Volvo S40
By Doonie - April 13 - 10:00 amI purchased my S40 T5 about a month ago and Ive loved every mile so far. Its fast, responsive, comfortable, and feels very solid and safe. A great value for the price. I find myself using any excuse to go drive it. I think the S40 will make me a Volvo driver for life!
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Great car - 2004 Volvo S40
By Joseph Agiato - February 1 - 3:53 pmMy wife and I think this is one of the best cars we have ever owned.
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s40 - 2004 Volvo S40
By N8theGr8 - January 22 - 2:00 amLove the design, volvo is slowly but surely changing themselves around. Excellent bang for you buck with this car.
