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Used 2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews

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2008 S40 easy choice after accident

Jeff, 02/02/2010
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!

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my Volvo S40 b/c it is reliable and strong

Courtney B., Sioux Falls, SD, 02/17/2016
updated 02/19/2018
Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
14 of 14 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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AC only problem

Bill Mc, Tuscaloosa, AL, 01/03/2017
Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
13 of 14 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, Murrieta, CA, 07/31/2018
Volvo S40 2.4i 4dr Sedan (2.4L 5cyl 5M)
6 of 6 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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4.75 out of 5 stars

In Love With my Volvo

Mike in S.A., 12/10/2007
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.

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