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Used 2001 Volvo S40 Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love my S40

LizAnd, 06/08/2002
2001 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
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Great car for a long commute! This car is so responsive and tight. My husband drives a 2002 Passat, and recently drove my car on a long trip. He could not get over the quick acceleration and fun ride. His car is an absolute slug in comparison. I also get about 5 more MPG on the freeway than he does. It's a little small on the inside, but perfect for my needs, as I rarely have passengers. I wouldn't recommend it for a family sedan, but as a DINK car (double income, no kids), it really fits the bill. Reliability has been excellent, and service at my dealership is so stellar, I wouldn't dream of taking it anywhere else.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

GREAT DRIVE, REPAIR FREQUENT

ANGRY/NOW I'M MAD, 10/15/2002
2001 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I like the way the car handles, but disappointed with inferior parts. Headlights BRAKES (last 15,000 mi), no auto trunk, window motors, air conditioner leaks on inside, recalls. Had several repairs, some my fault, other have been under warranty, I'm at 30,000 mi, what happens at 48,000 mi when warranty expires, I stuck, right?I purchased a volvo for longevity, reliability and safety, instead I got a car I can only sell at a loss and fear of expensive repairs after the warranty expires

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4.75 out of 5 stars

We STILL love this car

V, 05/30/2006
2001 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
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Fun to drive, great gas mileage, easy to park, as safe as the bigger Volvos... This car is fantastic. We've had it almost 5 years, and have NO interest in getting a replacement. Has been super reliable, versatile for a sedan (folding seats, etc.), and the lines are great. We also bought a V40 at the same time, and only sold it to get a bigger wagon. These cars are easy to love.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

volvo

not happy, 10/10/2005
2001 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Bought this car used about a month ago and can wait to get rid of it, worst designed car i have ever been in, cup holder blocks most of console controls, 12v plug dosent work, really strange noises come from engine compartment-sounds like someone is pulling a heavy box across the ground every once in a while when i am stopped at a light, the engine "bumps" between 30-40mph when i let off the gas and then accelerate again- used to have a maxima- same year- but crashed it- should have bought another maxima- this car is garbage- dont buy it!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

LUVIT

TIQSURF, 07/26/2002
2001 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Love this car. Very reliable with enough getup to get on the freeway easily thanks to the turbo. Great mileage in town and out of town as well. I love the style and all the safety features as well.

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