Volvo S40
The Volvo S40 is a sedan model, produced 1996–2012, spanning 5 generations with 495 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the S40 (2007-2012), S40 P1 (2004-2007), S40 (2002-2004) and S40 (2000-2002). The S40 (2007-2012) generation is the most extensively documented, with 182 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your S40 generation.
How many generations does the Volvo S40 have?
The Volvo S40 has 5 generations with 495 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Volvo S40 produced?
The Volvo S40 has been produced 1996–2012. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Volvo S40?
The Volvo S40 is available as Sedan. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€11,023
- Fuel / energy€9,844
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€3,380
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
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How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S40 (1996-2000)1996–2000 | 134 hp | 10.6 s | 96 | €20k–€34k | ★ 3.4 |
| S40 (2000-2002)2000–2002 | 128 hp | 10.6 s | 38 | €21k–€32k | ★ 3.5 |
| S40 (2002-2004)2002–2004 | 129 hp | 10.5 s | 68 | €22k–€31k | ★ 3.6 |
| S40 P1 (2004-2007)2004–2007 | 152 hp | 9.6 s | 111 | €26k–€48k | ★ 3.4 |
| S40 (2007-2012)2007–2012 | 150 hp | 9.7 s | 182 | €24k–€47k | ★ 3.7 |