Expert Reviews from Around the Web
We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 3 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2009 Volvo S40 OverviewSource: CarGurus...New options for 2009 include an Alpine Dolby Pro Logic II Surround Sound system with AUX and USB input jacks, capable of playing MP3 and WMA CDs. The upgradable interior trim is called Nordic Light and features genuine wood accents and fine leather upholstery. A bevy of safety features comes standard with the S40 to keep you safe on the road. The list includes antilock brakes, electronic skid protection, whiplash reduction, and side impact structural reinforcement, along with dual front airbags and side curtain airbags for both front and rear. The only safety feature that is not standard is... |
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2009 volvo s40 Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...A five-speed automatic transmission is mandatory on all models. According to Volvo, the 2.4i will trot from zero to 60 mph in an unhurried 8.4 seconds. The T5 R-Design accomplishes the same task in a more respectable 6.7 seconds, while the AWD model's added weight results in a 7.0-second sprint. EPA fuel economy estimates stand at 20 mpg city/28 highway and 23 combined for the S40 2.4i, while the T5 R-Design comes in at 19/28/23, and the T5 AWD R-Design yields 18/26/21. Safety: Antilock disc brakes, traction control and stability control are standard on all 2009 Volvo S40s. All models include... |
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2009 Volvo S40 Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Standard locks and windows with express down/up Standard leather-wrapped gearshift knob, parking brake and steering wheel Standard eight-speaker sound system with six-disc in-dash CD player Optional heated front seats (standard on T5) Optional navigation system Under the Hood The S40 comes standard with an aspirated inline five-cylinder engine, while the T5 gets a turbocharged unit. All vehicles now come standard with an automatic transmission. 168-horsepower, 2.4-liter five-cylinder with 170 pounds-feet of torque 227-hp, 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder with 236 pounds-feet of torque... |
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Performance Software Coming... To Your Volvo Dealer?
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
2011 Volvo S40 Recalled Due To Possible Cracks In Engine Bay
Volvo has issued a recall on some models its 2011 S40 sedan due to a potential crack found on the top of the passenger side support member located in the engine bay. The... March 25, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2011 Volvo Lineup: Charting The Changes
As we transition into the 2011 model year, things are starting to sizzle for most brands, none more so than for Swedish automaker Volvo, which has one very important new... August 19, 2010 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 1
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Why should I also consider these?
The Jetta may provide the most value in this class for those who are completely practically minded.
Its five-cylinder engine offers performance that’s very comparable to that of the standard 2.4i model, with similar equipment and a backseat that’s a bit roomier, at a price that’s close to $10,000 less.
That said, if safety features are the priority and you’re willing to pay extra for options, the S40 is unbeatable.
Another possibility is the Subaru Impreza; in its base 2.5i form, it’s a much more affordable alternative, with standard all-wheel drive and performance from its horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine similar to the base five in the Volvo.
And the Impreza WRX offers performance that rivals the T5, at a lower price.
The Saab 9-3 is another alternative, bringing good, sharp handling and decent performance, but its ride can be choppy and its interior isn’t especially roomy.
The Acura TSX, which includes the superior service of Acura dealerships, has especially nimble handling, a good ride, and impressive fuel efficiency, but its backseat is somewhat cramped.
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