Used 2008 Volvo S40 Sedan Consumer Reviews
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2008 S40 easy choice after accident
Jeff, 02/02/2010
2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
27 of 27 people found this review helpful
Last year a huge chunk of steel fell off a truck and bounced into my lane while I was traveling about 60mph on an interstate. My 2006 S40 was totaled but I only had a sore back for a couple of weeks. Having been an auto appraiser for 6 years I consider myself an expert on assessing damage. I am sure I would have had a major injury in most other cars of any size. I was so impressed with the way the car took the accident that my first choice was a 2008 S40. I have had my 2008 about a year now and love it!
Love my Volvo S40 b/c it is reliable and strong
Courtney B., 02/17/2016
updated 02/19/2018
2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2008 S40 Volvo used in 2009. I love this car. It has a few quirks. First, the radio was super stylish in 2009, but now I wish it was easier to upgrade. Second, it goes through batteries. I haven't had the tire issues others complain of. The REALLY good news is that I've been in two accidents and just shook them off. Someone plowed into me and you can barely tell. It's got that Volvo strength. Second, I haven't had any mechanical issues. I get it looked at by the dealer once a year, but outside of tire and battery replacements, I haven't had to deal with anything beyond regular upkeep. I love this car and I want to keep it forever, assuming I can figure out a way to upgrade the radio. It's so reliable. It still runs great at 10 years old.
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Volvo S40 T5 AWD
Joe, 02/25/2008
2008 Volvo S40 T5 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
My Volvo S40 T5 AWD is my first Volvo. I replaced a Saab 9-3. I have only owned the Volvo for a month, however I can say that this is a very solid automobile. The ride and handling are excellent. The AWD gives a feeling of being glued to the road. I used the vehicle during a recent New England snowstorm and the car did not slide at all. There was never any wheel spin. The fit and finish are second to none. The leather seats are extremely comfortable and can be adjusted for a perfect fit. The car is solid for a smaller vehicle. It feels as if; it is cut out of a single piece of Swedish steel. The interior design is simple and clean, yet elegant. The exterior design stands out.
AC only problem
Bill Mc, 01/03/2017
2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
188,000 miles. AC replaced 2 times. Struts replaced once. All other regular maintenance. Including breaks.
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Smallest Volvo with huge inside!
Sue Winners, 07/31/2018
2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The back seats fold flat giving huge space in back! 2 GSD's (big german shephard dogs) LOVE riding in back. (Windows not droolproof.) Gorgeous paint 10yrs outside parked. GREAT acceleration from 5 cyl engine... MORE than enough. Turbo feeling but not a turbo. Go figure. Large comfortable for 5'8" person. Tall guy (6'2") hates it. (No worries he wants to drive it.) Easy in and out (somehow??) Great MPG. Feel safe inside. Take good care of it and it will reciprocate!
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In Love With my Volvo
Mike in S.A., 12/10/2007
2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is the first Volvo I have ever owned. People are often surprised when, at 26 years old, I tell them I purchased a Volvo - that is, until they see it. The Volvo name may carry the stigma of an "old person's car", but one look at the sleek design instantly extinguishes that thought. My black on black S40 turns heads and evokes positive reactions from family, friends, and co-workers. My expectations have been surpassed with this excellent vehicle.
Great car for the value
topgeardreams, 01/12/2011
2008 Volvo S40 T5 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Recently picked up my 08 S40 T5 AWD. Compared to competition the value is great; higher rate of depreciation means this is a good used car to pick up (if you're planning on keeping it for a while). You would have to pay much more for similar Legacy GT or Audi A4. Handling is better than most sedans, but not as tight as an A4 in the steering or suspension. Good enough for spirited driving. While climbing mtn passes turbo seems to make more than ample power on my way to Tahoe. Acceleration isn't great either at low or midrange. (Tranny on auto keeps revs low, so using the tiptronic helps) On snow and ice the Haldex type awd system performs almost invisibly. Overall a very good buy. 24mpg avg
Too many problems for the cost
chicommuter, 01/28/2012
2008 Volvo S40 T5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car in 2011 with only 16,000 miles and had it back in the shop within 3 weeks to fix the driver side door which wouldn't latch. Subsequently have had it in the shop twice (wouldn't start due to programming issue and grinding noise while cornering). Now have to replace all tires @ 30k miles which the shop told me is common for this model.
More than Impressed
phil, 04/07/2008
2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Unless your family is morbidly obese, the small foot-printed yet comfortable Volvo S40 is perfect the vehicle. The seats are best in any class and the rear leg room is adequate for people who didn't lose their legs. The driver foot well is a bit narrow, thus an automatic transmission version is recommended. Although the model is 4 yrs old, the face-lifted 2008 has finally done justice for the lines and shape of S40. Its beauty and sophisticated design is up to par with other just released 2008 cars. An attractive Volvo, what has our world come to?! Anyway, you buy Volvo for its comfortable road manner and silky smooth ride. BMW is no longer exclusive b/c they are everywhere.
Nice But Expensive
Pat, 07/07/2010
2008 Volvo S40 T5 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
This car has been really good up till lately. I purchased this vehicle brand new with only 2 miles on it; now I am at 45,380 miles. Within the last month... Navigation quit working - dealer had to order a whole new head unit for it... Strange & Annoying rattle in the passenger side door - ended up being loose rivets that hold the window in the door. They also did some software update as well. This was all covered under warranty. This car never seems to hold an alignment. Just home today from having the 3rd alignment since I got this car new. This is the first vehicle I have ever had to do a alignment on. Hopefully the third time is a charm.
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