2004 Volvo S40 Review
2004 Volvo S40 Review
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Pros
- New S40's sharp handling and attractive styling, speedy T5 version, long list of safety features, availability of all-wheel drive.
Cons
- Choppy highway ride, old S40's lack of sporting intentions.
What’s new
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.
Edmunds says
Bigger, sportier and more powerful than its predecessor, the new S40 is fun to drive, while adding a much needed dose of style to Volvo's car line.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$241/mo for S40 2.4i
S40 2.4i
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Volvo S40.
5 star(82%)
4 star(10%)
3 star(7%)
2 star(1%)
1 star(0%)
99 reviews
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4.38 out of 5 stars
This car can save your life
John, 07/23/2010
2004 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
I bought this car for my teenage daughter, in part because of its safety features. Within months she was involved in a serious rollover accident (swerved to avoid a deer) and the car came to rest on its roof. The car was totaled. Looking at the car afterward I would have believed it was a fatal accident, but she did not have a scratch! If safety is paramount to you, you can count on … this car - it saved my daughter's life.
4.88 out of 5 stars
bragging rights- great performance
greatpurchase, 09/17/2010
2004 Volvo S40 T5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
From the moment I test drove this car I loved it. The acceleration blew me away, not to mention the handling. I drove off the lot 2 hours later. 0-60 in a blink of an eye..I leave the competition in the dust. Handling, finish, reliability. My Favorite features are the rain drop/auto wipe feature,heated seats,audio system. Volvo got it right on this one.
4.63 out of 5 stars
T5 is very unique and great power
Luis H, 04/18/2010
2004 Volvo S40 T5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
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 wife's 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
5 out of 5 stars
At this price it a no brainer!!!!!!!!!
Jammer, 05/15/2003
2004 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
My wife and I just recently purchased
our S40 and are quite impressed. The
ride and comfort is just great! After
driving SUV's and truck's for the past
5 yrs it is a relief to find a vehicle
with accelleration, fuel ecomony, and
ride comfort in such a inexpensive
vehicle. The interior of the car makes
you feel like you riding in a luxury
vehicle costing $10,000 … more.
Our S40 has the premium and climate
package and was bought for only
$22,000!!!
Anyone looking at a SAAB 9-3, Audi A4,
Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, or even a
Hyundai XG350, do yourself a favor and
look at an S40. You'll find you can
save $1,000's when getting the Volvo.
2004 S40 Highlights
2.4i
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $24,190 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $241/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the S40 include:
- Alarm
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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