2001 Volvo S40
| MSRP: | $23,550 |
| Invoice: | $22,140 |
| Total: | 14 reviews |
| Overall: |
  |
| Performance: |  |
| Appearance: | |
| Build Quality: | |
| Excellent | 7 reviews | |
| Very Good | 4 reviews | |
| Average | 3 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
($19000 - $34000)
|
22.
|
Dodge Avenger
35 reviews
|
|
23.
|
Volkswagen GLI
14 reviews
|
|
24.
|
Chevrolet Malibu
45 reviews
|
|
25.
|
Pontiac Grand Prix
31 reviews
|
|
26.
|
Mazda MAZDASPEED6
16 reviews
|
|
27.
|
Saturn Aura
21 reviews
|
|
28.
|
Toyota Avalon
22 reviews
|
|
29.
|
Volvo S40
20 reviews
|
|
30.
|
Kia Optima
11 reviews
|
|
31.
|
Chrysler Sebring
31 reviews
|
|
Used Dodge Charger
134 reviews
|
|
Used Honda Civic
259 reviews
|
|
Used Infiniti G35
61 reviews
|
|
Used Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
48 reviews
|
|
Used Honda Accord
114 reviews
|
|
Used Subaru Impreza
117 reviews
|
|
Used Nissan Altima
83 reviews
|
|
Used Ford Fusion
75 reviews
|
|
Used Mazda MAZDA6
52 reviews
|
|
Used Pontiac G8
30 reviews
|
|
Looking for a Used S40 in your area?
CarGurus has 1,126 Nationwide S40 Listings
starting at $3,900.
ZIP:
|
CarGurus' Review
Volvo has made several improvements to its entry-level S40 sedan for 2001. This second year of production brings additional safety features and a new five-speed automatic transmission. Aesthetic alterations include designed headlights, bumpers and fenders. Inside, the sedan receives a more user-friendly dash layout. Safety upgrades include head-protection airbags, dual-stage front airbags and child seat anchors.
The S40 is still only available in the STD trim, which includes most of the necessary amenities. Automatic climate control, an interior air filter, cruise control, cloth upholstery, a split folding rear seat, heated mirrors, full power accessories and remote keyless entry. Buyers can also add luxury items like a CD changer, leather upholstery, a power driver seat and sunroof.
The sedan houses a small but potent four cylinder engine. Displacing just 1.9 liters, the turbocharged four delivers 160 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. Power is directed to the front wheels through a new five-speed automatic transmission, which replaces the four-speed unit from the previous year. Fuel economy is slightly improved, up to 22/32 mpg.
Performance has also benefited from this upgrade. The S40 with the new transmission speeds from 0 to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds, down half a second from the previous model's time. Test drivers report noticeable turbo lag through various points in the speed range, but 45-70 mph acceleration is much improved with the five-speed. The S40 has the sturdy feel of a larger Volvo, and the cabin is aptly protected road disturbances and outside noise. The steering and braking is incredibly responsive, and test drivers report that the S40 is well controlled at even higher speeds.
The S40 sedan finds some stiff competition, with similarly priced entry-level offerings from BMW, Mercedes and Lexus. Many reviewers feel that the Volvo's value in the class is below average, because of the underpowered engine and high cost of options.
Reviews you can trust
| Excellent | 7 reviews | |
| Very Good | 4 reviews | |
| Average | 3 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“Volvo S40 - Rethink It”
Has the most powerful brakes and fastest acceleration of any car I've driven or riden in. It has turbo so I can go 0 to 60 in 4 or 5 seconds. It handles great, I never get stuck in ice or snow, I neve... More
“I Love My Volvo”
I love my car! it is great in the snow, the trunk holds a lot of bags of groceries. THe leather interior as held up beautifully. I love the sun roof for the summer and the heated seats in the wi... More
“Volvo S40 T4”
it´s a really nice car with 200Hp 300Nm Very good handeling You must buy one! I dont know what to write any more , just ask if you want to know l k b m d b d b b m b m k b m b m b m More
“My 2001 Volvo S40”
I have a great 2001 Volvo S40 1.9T. It has some wuickness to it and it also handles like a champ. The turbo is perfect for accelrating this heavy piece of machinery. Weighing in at almost 4,000 lbs... More
“Turbocharged Volvo Fun.”
I just happened upon this car one day on the internet and eventually I went and checked it out. We brought it home for a test drive and I didn't want to let it go. It's fully loaded sans the sport pac... More
“A Volvo With Some Get Up And Go!”
great car, really peppy which surprised me for a volvo! all s40s (2001) have turbo engine. have had no problems at all with it! fun to drive, has a sunroof, leather interior. speakers could be better.... More
“01 S40”
To tell you the truth... this car sucked the first year of ownership. Problem after problem but this has to have been ignorance by the original owner. After fixing these issues the car has been great!... More
“Awesome All-around Vehicle.”
My 2001 S40 1.9 Turbo is a very fun vehicle to drive. Overall performance is great. Braking and acceleration is surprising and it's build quality is good. The Volvo's appearance is attractive. Very lu... More
“Great Everyday Car”
Volvo makes great vehicles, and they built this one like a tank. While it is small, it fits everything I can think of. It has an awful radio and air-conditioning, but they fixed it in the next version... More
“My Volvo S40”
Well I'm not really a volvo guy but it's safe and reliable. I have issues leaving cars stock so I bought an intake, wheels, and a new grill for it. I plan on making a new exhaust of for it this summ... More
2001 Volvo S40 Trims
| MSRP: | $23,550 |
| Invoice: | $22,140 |
2001 Volvo S40 Articles from Around the Web
- carsurvey.org — Good gas mileage, peppy when it has to be... More
- www.newcartestdrive.com — http://www.newcartestdrive.com/review-intro.cfm?Vehicle=200... More
- research.cars.com — http://research.cars.com/go/crp/research.jsp?makeid=49&mode... More
- www.epinions.com — Love them Swedes and their S40!... (13 more reviews at Epinions). More
- autos.msn.com — my volvo (157 more reviews on MSN Autos). More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2001 Volvo S40... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2001 Volvo S40... More
- www.edmunds.com — Only a year after debuting them on U. More
- www.edmunds.com — http://www.edmunds.com/used/2001/volvo/s40/100001991/rating... More
- www.edmunds.com — Overview of the 2002 Volvo V70 including summary opinions on the car... More
- www.edmunds.com — Individual user reviews of the 2002 Volvo V70... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2002 Volvo V70... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2002 Volvo V70... More
Review your car
Upload photos
Start a discussion
|
|
Looking for a Used S40 in your area?
CarGurus has 1,126 Nationwide S40 Listings
starting at $3,900.
ZIP:
|
Review your car
Upload photos
Copyright © 2006-2009 CarGurus ® LLC, All Rights Reserved.