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2003 Volvo S40 OverviewSource: CarGurus...Options packages have also been adjusted. The Sport Package now gets a front and rear spoiler, blackout headlights and 16-inch alloy wheels. The Premium Package adds a leather-wrapped hand brake handle and shifter.The S40's 1.9 liter inline four-cylinder is now a bit more powerful, making 170 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque. The five-speed automatic continues to be the only transmission option, and fuel economy is estimated at 22/30 mpg.Volvo's entry-level sedan has received steady praise for its comprehensive list of safety features and solid build quality. The controls are easy to... |
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2003 volvo s40 Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...by its small size and aging architecture.Published: 10/02/2003 Updated: 10/02/2009 What's New for 2003: Output from the 1.9-liter turbocharged mill is bumped up by 10 to 170 horsepower. A CD player makes its way onto the standard features list, and the front fascia gets a slight freshening thanks to a black egg-crate grille and body-colored side molding and bumpers. Inside you'll find a new three-spoke steering wheel and a four-dial instrument cluster. The sport package adds front and rear spoilers, blackout headlamp surrounds and 16-inch wheels, and the premium package now includes a... |
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2003 Volvo S40 Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Cloth seating is standard, and leather upholstery and a power sunroof are offered as optional equipment. The S40?s cargo volume is 13.2 cubic feet, and the three-place, 70/30-split rear seat folds to produce additional cargo space. Standard equipment includes air conditioning, power windows and door locks, cruise control, a cassette player and an immobilizer theft-deterrent system. Under the Hood A turbocharged, 170-horsepower, 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine mates with a five-speed-automatic transmission. Volvo claims the S40 can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.5 seconds. Safety Antilock... |
Admit it: Volvo probably isn’t the first brand that comes to mind when you’re pondering performance cars or performance upgrades to existing cars. Volvo tuning... November 7, 2011 by Kurt Ernst
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