Used 2003 Volvo V40 Consumer Reviews
Used V40 for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 V40, so we've included reviews for other years of the V40 since its last redesign.
Great car. Would like more room.
DBK, 01/24/2005
2003 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I really love this car. It handles beautifully. The safety components (that are standard on all Volvos are very rare on other cars. Great heating/ac system and thermostat. Had some problems with the back latch. Other than that, the car has been reliable and very enjoyable to drive.
great!
mel_e, 02/02/2011
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
My car has 114K miles and still runs great. It definately burns through headlights as other reviewers have noted. I had some electrical? issues a short time ago, my mechanic thought there may have been a recall but the volvo mechanics said not. The dealership mechanics are the problem. apparently I needed new sparkplugs and the head gaskets cleaned. I think they just didn't want to reimburse me for the THREE sensors that needed to be replaced within one month of each other, if its an electrical issue they're supposed to refund your money. Regardless, I love my V40. Also, when i got it i got 32 mpg. after disconnecting the computer, it now gets 26+ but i drive more in town now so...
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Goodbye Old Paint
Victor the Volvo, 08/31/2009
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I just traded in Old Vic aged 98,000 miles. I have read other reviews and found them unappreciative. First, you need never be ashamed to pull up in a Volvo, no matter where, no matter how small. Second, although maintenance wasn't cheap, it was great at my local Volvo Dealer - Coast of Sarasota - very professional and thorough. Third, this car was gas-efficient and capable of carrying a number of dogs, cargo, and other assorted living/inert objects with grace. Fourth, it was comfortable. You sank into the seats, not on top of them. A million organized cubbyholes for all your junk are provided. It's a nice, sane, well- planned ride. Great visibility. I hope you enjoy it.
Not Bad/Not Great
Lincoln Steffens, 10/21/2003
2003 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I wanted the Passat Wagon, my wife did not. We chose this primarily because of the Volvo name and safety features. The price as also competitive. We live in the city so we V70 would have been too big. This car is somewhat too small, particularly in cargo area and backseat when compared to its competitors. He drives and handles well and is pretty zippy on the freeway. Gas mileage for city driving is surprisingly poor for a 4 cyl. car (15 mpg). Requires premium gas too!
Vord not what Expected from the Swedes
arad, 11/29/2008
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I loved this car when I bought it. I believed in the Volvo reputation of long-life and reliability. Honestly, I thought I'd found my match for life. It handled well and was very comfortable. Had this car for about a year before experiencing major problems with overheating. Dealership repair visits 4x over the next year until, at 112K mi, the vehicle overheated one last time, the head gasket blew out and the turbo charger wanked. $5000 in repairs! If you can find one of these cars still on the road, I'd be surprised. I haven't seen one in about 1 1/2 years. You might not see it in the dark though, because they burn through lamps like crazy. Also, expect to replace brakes frequently.