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Used 2003 Volvo V40 Consumer Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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3.88 out of 5 stars

Practical and Economical while still Fun

thirtysomething, 01/30/2007
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
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I bought this car because it was reasonably priced and the because of Volvo's reputation. It is a bit on the small side if you have more than one child or move lots of stuff, but it a very practical car that holds quite a bit with the rear seats completely flat. The acceleration is surprisingly quick for a 4 cyl. It is better than many V6 I have driven. The handling is tight enough for a sports wagon but I wouldn't go searching for curves. Fantastic mileage! This is what is keeping me from upgrading to a bigger or more powerful car or hybrid. 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. I've had zero maintenance issues in 5 years. Change your oil!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

This is not the 144 my dad drives

guy.sherr, 06/13/2002
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
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V40 rides very quiet. The difference between windows open and closed is just jaw dropping. Seating is comfortable, nice appointments, excellent finishing. 1.9L turbo accelerates strongly into traffic, although a little slowly with the A/C on. Mileage, windows up and A/C, highway was about 31.8 on cruise control in hilly terrain. Handling is good for a wagon. Swerves don't alter the lean much, and the car feels ready to turn at speed. Overall is well crafted and toughly engineered. This car may well outlast the oil reserves.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Big disappointment

DJ_in_WA, 09/10/2002
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
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The car has been plagued with electrical problems the dealer has been unable to identify and correct. Random stalling and loss of power steering have made the vehicle unsafe to drive. The excellent overall design, spaciousness, and comfort features are overshadowed by the car's fundamental unreliability.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car for a fraction of a price

bokakhat, 04/14/2003
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
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It is a great car. So many safety features and yet not a high price.Milage is great and i love the seats and comfort

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3.13 out of 5 stars

The worst car I ever purchased

MICHELE, 04/23/2002
2002 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon (1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
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Every time you turn around there is another problem. My car has been serviced monthly for a variety of problems from AC malfunctioning, to the check engine light, and I am on my forth set of headlights! ENOUGH SAID!

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