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2001 Volvo S40 consumer reviews

$23,550 starting MSRP
side view of 2001 S40 Volvo
(22 reviews)
81% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.1
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
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A very good car

the VOLVO S40 is a great car. I had one, a 1996 model which I drove for 25 years. I sold it last year and the new owner is enthusiastic about his purchase. Jean-Claude Kaell

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Even for a 2001, it works perfectly.

This car is old, yes, but as my first car it has proven to be extremely reliable. It still works to this day, and drives beautifully. It has a lot of features for a 2001, and has not had many repairs.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A great little car it really moves fast

This car is nice to look at gets great gas mileage is very comfortable and we need to power its there for you very comfortable back seats nice sunroof and a nice size trunks corners really well and I love it

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I have owed in my lifetime!

This car I purchase from the Volvo dealership with one hundred and twenty six thousand miles in 2013 with only having one owner an older couple. I purchase this for a solely to use for a company car as I am a social worker that drive a thousand miles every two weeks, this has been far one of the best cars I have ever owed in my lifetime! I just reached two hundred thousand miles on the car hope I get another two hundred!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable car

The car met my needs as second car. I have Lexus ES 300 for my profession. This car needs a Radiator which is available on Ebay for around $55.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Amazing starter car

Great car, runs good and fast. I had no problems with the car and it’s as reliable as a car can be. The turbo really gives the car a nice kick.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My peppy mini Ferrari lol

Well I'm pretty shocked how well my s40 has maintained these pass years I currently have 104817 on mines bought it with 94000 on it I love the fact it's turbo keeps me up to speed with cars who think they can out run me think again lol but it's awesome with my commute to and from work never down grade on gas premium is what's best for this car I haven't had any knocking or ping and Volvo requirements is premium so it's your choice but my mind is made up run good gas and you will see the results later plus oil changes

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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swedish engineering

i like the car a lot. turbo is tight and heated seats work like a charm. plus the wiper blades on the headlights are cool.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable feel when driving it.

It was very practical just kind of pricey . The owner was really smart on upkeeping the car and making sure it?ll be a great buy for the next guy.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Highway Car

Our family purchased a certified pre-owned S40 that was 3 years old and drove it daily. It is not the fastest car out of the stop light, but at highway speeds this automatic-transmission car is smooth as silk. Also, it handles beautifully as a typical European car should. Volvo has great attention to instrumentation and little details inside, plus it is as solid a car as they come. Best MPG attained -- 27. We highly recommend the S40 if you can find a low-mileage, used one.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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