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Used 2005 Volvo S40 Sedan Consumer Reviews

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Dissapointed

Dos santos, 09/22/2005
2005 Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
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With gas prices as they are, this purchase was as much about fuel economy as was safety and styling. The EPA ratings say 22 city/ 30 highway. City driving we get 16 and highway 21. This is so far off the mark, I feel ripped off. The dealership just says there are variations. Other than using the AC, I drive as fuel efficiently as possible. I have no problems with our other cars. I bought this to help save money opn gas but I guess I'll have to drive my 7 passenger Toyota SUV , 8 cylinder,that gets gas mileage just shy of these numbers. Why is it some auto makers test their vehicles more accurately than others???

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Greg, 09/22/2005
2005 Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
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I love this vehicle. Had a few small problems with accessories and small parts, but nothing major.

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5 out of 5 stars

Better than my A4

Frankie76, 10/25/2005
2005 Volvo S40 T5 Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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If you going to buy an S40, go with the turbo. This model has a much better performance than the 2.41 engine. I had an 03 A4 1.8. which I traded for the S40. I have not looked back!! From quality to performance and of course safety, it beats my Audi in all categories. I first drove this car as a company car, leased 2004.5 2.4i. I recently turned it back as I had put 40,000 miles. That car had absolutely no problems. Other than the scheduled maint.

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4 out of 5 stars

Mixed Impressions

rsb, 10/28/2005
2005 Volvo S40 2.4i Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
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Overall I am very satisfied with the performance and build. Not too satisfied with the A/C performance -- even after software update, A/C does not always switch on correctly. Clutch pedal making noise even after greasing. Trunk had problems with the lock.

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5 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend this car

Dave from Chicago, 12/29/2005
2005 Volvo S40 T5 Fwd 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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I can't say enough good things about the Volvo S40 T5. The vehicle is sporty and refined, delivering nimble handling and peppy acceleration in a sleek and comfortable package. The interior design is as intuitive as it is impressive, with great looks, excellent control placement, and firm yet comfortable seats. The trunk size is also fantastic for its class. For its performance, the fuel economy is exceptional. I regularly get better than 35 mpg on true highway speeds, and I typically average around 25 mpg in the city. City dwellers will particularly enjoy the size of the vehicle, which makes finding parking spaces easy while providing ample interior space.

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