A very solidly-built and reliable vehicle. Body style still looks current today even though car is 14 years old. Vehicle has required little more than basic scheduled maintenance, though major repairs, when needed, have been costly (likely due to being luxury import).
Tristan T
on January 26, 2021
The smoothest ride of 2005
The leather interior and mix of automated seat controls with the smoothest manual shift column makes this the most comfortable car of its year. The sunroof is an added bonus, and the interior stereo system is of incredible quality. Not to mention the speed and control this vehicle is capable of, 0-30 in the blink of an eye.
Carl C
on January 1, 2021
It has a high safety rating.
I like the safety rating. It is in good condition and has held up well for It's age. It gets good gas mileage. It has nice features.
Mia F
on December 25, 2020
That this is a great car for people who prefer a well-made and fuel-efficient vehicle.
I really like how this Volvo is well-made, durable, and reliable. This car is also fuel efficient. The air conditioner works well.
Laura M
on December 5, 2020
What a fun and safe little car!
Have has the usual wear and tear issues with the car, it is over 10 years old at this point. I ended up getting rear ended in this same make and model (the car was totaled) but I barely had any whiplash and there was no damage to the inside of the car whatsoever. I ended up buying the exact same year, make and model and have been driving it since 2014. Absolutely love it. Great get-up-and-go, very safe, and fun to drive.
Kim G
on December 3, 2020
It will go forever and look good.
It have great gas mileage, it is easy to park, it is easy to drive and it is safe. It is expensive to fix.
Brooke W
on November 20, 2020
It is a good car, volvo is good.
It gets me places, so that is good. Good gas mileage. But it is small, and the doors/windows do not seal well.
Linda B
on November 14, 2020
An old car but a working car.
The car is older so it requires more maintenance as oppose to a newer vehicle. The car itself has a lot of material problems, such as a constant issue of water somehow getting into the car and flooding only one side. The driver's seat has recently locked in place, thank goodness it was to my alignment. But the car still does its job by getting from place to place. The car itself is comfortable and during the summer I used it to drive back and forth between north jersey and Philadelphia 3 days a week, so it still is reliable,
Carolyn F
on November 4, 2020
Seats are easy to adjust!
Overall it is a reliable car. The gas mileage is not the best, especially around town. The car feels safe and secure. The driver's seat is easy to adjust with many options. The car does only has a CD player, and no option for an aux. I had to buy an FM transmitter so I could manually connect my phone through the radio. The seats and comfortable and the trunk is large.
Mario andretti
on September 28, 2020
Reliable
Yes
Max R
on September 20, 2020
I promise you will have no regrets with the Volvo.
My vehicle had. No problems that I can remember, the Volvo is amazing for someone who is just learning how to drive, it will make you feel safe.
Fred C
on May 25, 2020
It is the most reliable car I have ever had as it gets great gas mileage.
It drives very well. I need new tires. I just installed seat covers and new floor mats. The color is red. My mom has the newer version of my car. It does have battery issues sometimes.
Wesley J
on May 14, 2020
The good and bad of owning a older Volvo
My car is very stylish. There is some downsides thought. One is the electrical system sometimes will bug out. For example: sometimes the dome lights and sunroof won't work. There was once when the radiator fan doesn't shut off. There's a vacuum leak and it has terrible gas mileage (19 mpg). The car it reliable and fast. It gets me around and travels well.
Margaret A
on January 19, 2020
Comfortable and reliable.
Great vehicle. Good on gas, sporty, compact. Dependable and long lasting. No major problems. Good size, comfortable, has cruise control. Would use protector on seats as they will wear out. Good for traveling long distances. There is some black around window that is flaking off but the car is 13 years old.
Karen M
on November 23, 2019
It is a Volvo. Holds it value. Sporty looking and well apportioned.
It is a Volvo. Reliable, sporty, safe. Good looking. Turbo Charged. Comfortable to drive. Good resale value. No complaints.
Bailey M
on November 1, 2019
The one and only, My first car, the 2005 Volvo S40!
My car really doesn't have any problems. It runs great. Is good on gas. Always reliable. Can travel long miles. I have no issues with my car. I have only owned it for a year so far and it has been great. This is my first car. It has 140,000 miles but drives like its brand new.
Freddy Gonzalez
on October 1, 2019
Very reliable a little spencer on repair
I love my volvo even with140000 miles everything work like brand new regrets repair is a litle expensive but is worth the money I dont exchange for any other cars very reliable and confiable
Jared R
on September 15, 2019
Volvos are safe and reliable and are just getting started at 100,000 miles.
There have some issues; CD player never worked, the sunroof occasionally leaks and the headliner is peeling. Doesn't have some of the features I would prefer in a new car. I do love Volvos, they seem to run forever.
Thalia V
on August 15, 2019
The car is all black and it makes it look like a classic.
It is an old car and it has lots of problems, the mechanic that worked on it before didn't know how to work on Volvos. The air conditioner is blocked, the bearings on the wheels make a strange sound. It is nerve wracking having to rely on my car because I never know what it is going to do.
Lisa P
on April 9, 2019
Volvo- worth every dime you spend
I love my Volvo s40. It is an amazing running car that is very dependable. I have had no major repairs done to my car, only the regular maintenance done. It's a spunky little car that gets up and goes but very good on the wallet and gets great gas mileage.
Lindsey G
on April 7, 2019
Comfortable and reliable vehicle
The vehicle is reliable and I feel very comfortable in it on a day to day basis. The dashboard controls are extremely easy to master and use while driving. The air conditioning has great air flow throughout the car and the speakers are well performing. The car is overall easy to control, reliable, and comfortable on a daily basis.
Alexa S
on March 5, 2019
Old Volvo falling apart but still driving
I bought my Volvo used last year. Since then it's had many problems. The interior wasn't in good condition but the side of the seat actually fell apart and the lights on the ceiling literally fell out of the ceiling. I had multiple issues with the car mechanics itself as well. It does have over four hundred thousand miles on it though so it's still driving which is good.
Sarah Y
on February 9, 2019
You'll only find with Volvo.
It is a Volvo, so it is safe. The front and back windshield views are narrower than a typical sedan. The waterfall style stereo is nice and stylish; however, the only way (without making anything custom) to play your music from your phone is to get an FM transmitter, since there is no Bluetooth , aux, or place for a tape adapter.
Alex L
on February 6, 2019
The stock speaker system is very underrated. It's the best I've heard in any car so far.
I like the safety features for the vehicle and the speaker system is very good. The car handles well. The only complaint is that the car after a lot of miles needs constant repairs.
Margaret B
on January 28, 2019
Safe, comfortable and looks great.
I like the size and ease of driving. The headrest make it a little harder to see behind you. Seats wore out quickly.
Candace W
on December 5, 2018
It is safe and comfortable. It is not very roomy. It comfortably fits no more than 4 small to average sized people.
I like how it drives. I like how the interior is "fitted" around the occupants. It has a high safety rating. It seems to have quirks that I have never experienced before in a car. There have been repeated dry rotting of coolant lines even when they have recently been replaced.
Kathy T
on November 20, 2018
S40 still performs after 12 yrs
It is an older sedan however it drives and handle really well. Some cosmetic issues the sunroof won't open. Other than that sound system is good, engine still rides well, brakes are still responsive. I got it second hand so it still gets good gas mileage. I think it is a good used vehicle.
Audrey O
on October 25, 2018
This car is fun to drive!
I really like my Volvo. It is sporty, fun to drive, and easy to park. The only regret I have is, I wish I had bought the one size larger version. With 3 kids, it sometimes feels too small.