2011
Volvo S40

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$27,750
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn
    Starts at
    $27,750
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I5
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn w/Moonroof
    Starts at
    $27,750
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I5
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn
    Starts at
    $27,750
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn R-Design
    Starts at
    $31,150
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn R-Design w/Moonroof
    Starts at
    $31,150
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I5
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Front- or all-wheel drive
Less powerful &quot
i&quot
version dropped
All-wheel-drive version discontinued
Manual transmission discontinued

The good & the bad

The good

Rich feel
Nimble
Relative interior space
Safety features galore
Blind spot warning system optional

The bad

Backseat a bit tight
Side-impact crash test could be better
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Safety review

Based on the 2011 Volvo S40 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Rollover rating
4/5
11.1%
Risk of rollover
11.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Less than 5 years / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
5 years / unlimited miles , upgradeable up to 10 years
Dealer certification
170- plus point inspection
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Consumer reviews

90% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 10 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.3
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

By Lin in AZ from Scottsdale, AZ
Owns this car
April 7, 2019

Very reliable, safest car on the road.

Dependable and safe...great car, solidly built, smooth ride, nice power in the T5 engine. Has USB hook up, comfortable seating, lumbar for back on drivers seat. Back seats fold down for storage.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Looking for a car from Lewisboro, New York
Test drove this car
January 13, 2019

Almost Brand New

With only 13,000 miles, the car looks and drives like it is a brand new car. Both the exterior and interior are in excellent condition.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2011 Volvo S40?

The 2011 Volvo S40 is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (3 styles)
  • R-Design (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2011 Volvo S40?

The 2011 Volvo S40 offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2011 Volvo S40 reliable?

The 2011 Volvo S40 has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2011 Volvo S40 owners.

Is the 2011 Volvo S40 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2011 Volvo S40. 90.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 10 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.6
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