2000 Volvo S40 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test

Not Tested

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

21 City / 28 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

160

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Jim F

Industry safety rating for the 2000 volvo s40.

I like the comfort, performance and mileage.. I do not like cost of parts or volvo repair requirements..

Lisa D

Old Volvos never die! I have my lifetime car.

Used to be a committed saab owner. Got married, intended to start a family, so bought a new Volvo with sunroof, heated seats, all the extras. It is holding up so well I consider it my lifetime car. Unfortunately it has a been a target for neighborhood vandals, and people keep stealing my registration stickers. It is a nice car but not a luxury car, so I do not understand the extreme hostility driving my Volvo evokes!

Amy M

This car is very reliable, very safe, great in the rain and snow. Basic repairs such as tires, battery, oil changes have been all that have been needed

Very reliable, only basic repairs needed. Oil changes, tires, battery changed. I have owned this vehicle for 6 years and it has never let me sir

Melissa L

Volvo is the best car out there, and they last forever if you care for them.

I love that he is a sporty, responsive vehicle. He has a few issues though, his suspension is not what it used to be, and also, my thermostat runs hot, that is a big bother for me.

Irene D

Volvo makes a very reliable car!

I have had this car, which I bought new, for more than 19 years with minimum problems. It still runs very well. The only small problem I have had is that the trim around the door deteriorated over the years and the salespeople at the dealer never offered a solution when I took my car in for other issues. Maybe they didn't think it was worth it for such an old car but a friend managed to figure out how to replace the trim so I should have several more good years with this car. It's my second Volvo so I'm pretty loyal.

Drew J

Headlights and its gas mileage an it is pretty roomie

I really love my v it's awesome on gas Really great family car and I have never really had any problems with it so far and hope there are many more Road trips to come its gets around 35 miles. Gallon and has all the room I need it's my first car so it's my favorite one I have had

Art K

That the manual transmission takes a stodgy car and makes it fun.

Like that it has stick shift, it's comfortable. I don't like that it is too soft a ride.

Sage H

How efficiently it runs despite the age.

I like that after 18 years it still drives as though it is half the age. I dislike that parts are more expensive when things need to be replaced.

Negative Owner Reviews

Josh K

Great winter driving and durable.

It is a great made car and i really enjoy it. It has just gotten to the point it is to old to really be enjoyed. That being said the car has lasted a very long time and still runs despite all the miles put on it.

Dave C

Parts are too expensive.

Rides nice. Runs good, but, needs work. Will not pass inspection now. Because of sensor issues. It is too expensive to fix.

Volvo S40 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

A 4dr Sdn

160 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats

AS 4dr Sdn w/Sunroof

160 HP 25-25 MPG 5 Seats

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2000 Volvo S40 Owner Reviews

4.09

11 Reviews

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Dave C on March 5, 2021

Parts are too expensive.

Rides nice. Runs good, but, needs work. Will not pass inspection now. Because of sensor issues. It is too expensive to fix.

Melissa L on February 23, 2021

Volvo is the best car out there, and they last forever if you care for them.

I love that he is a sporty, responsive vehicle. He has a few issues though, his suspension is not what it used to be, and also, my thermostat runs hot, that is a big bother for me.

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Ranks #8 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2000 Volvo S40 has an average owner rating of 4.09 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 11 other Luxury Small Cars.

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Ranks #4 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2000 Volvo S40 has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #4 of 11 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2000 Volvo S40

28 MPG

Is The 2000 Volvo S40 A Good Car?

It is! It is still running well after almost 20 years. And, overall, I have had relatively few problems with it. The exterior trim did get pretty cracked and faded but a friend figured out how to... Read More

Amanda J.

How Reliable Is The 2000 Volvo S40?

I had a problem with the temperature gauge a couple of years ago that took some time (and money!) to figure out but I can't think of any other major problems.

Jackie M.

Is The 2000 Volvo S40 A Good Value?

It cost about $26,000 new (which is how I bought it) so considering it is still running almost 20 years later, that seems like a bargain.

Tony D.

Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

(Not Rated)

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

(Not Tested)

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety