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2001
Volvo V40

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  • A SR 5dr Wgn w/Sunroof
    Starts at
    $24,550
    22 City / 32 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • A 5dr Wgn
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    $24,550
    22 City / 32 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn Sport Edition
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    $28,400
    22 City / 32 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Expert 2001 Volvo V40 review

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Vehicle Overview
The compact V40 wagon and companion S40 sedan arrived last year as Volvo’s new entry-level models for the United States, aimed at a younger audience than the larger, more expensive models in the lineup.

This year, Volvo gives the V40 and S40 slightly longer dimensions and curtain-type airbags as a new standard feature. The side curtains extend from the front roof pillar to the rear pillar and drop down from above the windows in side collisions.

Other standard safety features include side-impact airbags for the front seats, antilock brakes and Volvo’s Whiplash Protection System, which moves the front seats rearward in a collision. The federally required front airbags have two deployment levels, with lower force used in low-speed collisions.

Ford owns Sweden-based Volvo, but Volvo developed the front-drive S40 and V40 jointly with Japanese automaker Mitsubishi before Ford arrived. The cars are built at a plant in the Netherlands that Volvo and Mitsubishi share.

Exterior
The wheelbase grows nearly 1 inch this year to 101, and the V40 wears a new front bumper, increasing the overall length by 2.4 inches to 177.8. The fenders are wider to accommodate a wider track (the width between the front wheels).

The V40 is about 2 inches longer than the BMW 325i wagon and about 6 inches shorter than the Volkswagen Passat wagon.

Interior
Three-point seat belts are provided for all five seating positions in the V40, which comes with standard cloth upholstery and a 70/30-split, folding rear seat. Narrow rear doors make it difficult for adults to gracefully enter and exit the rear seat. Cargo volume is 30 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 61 cubic feet with both sides of the rear seat folded.

Switches for the power windows and mirrors move from the center console to the driver’s door this year, and the console has a new design with more storage. The interior color scheme switches from last year’s silver gray to two-tone taupe. Air conditioning, power locks and windows, cruise control, a cassette player and an immobilizing theft-deterrent system are standard. Leather upholstery and a power sunroof are optional.

Under the Hood
The only engine for the V40 is a turbocharged 1.9-liter four-cylinder that teams with a new five-speed automatic transmission. The V40 came with a four-speed automatic last year.

 

Reported by Rick Popely  for cars.com
From the cars.com 2001 Buying Guide

2001 Volvo V40 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
The compact V40 wagon and companion S40 sedan arrived last year as Volvo’s new entry-level models for the United States, aimed at a younger audience than the larger, more expensive models in the lineup.

This year, Volvo gives the V40 and S40 slightly longer dimensions and curtain-type airbags as a new standard feature. The side curtains extend from the front roof pillar to the rear pillar and drop down from above the windows in side collisions.

Other standard safety features include side-impact airbags for the front seats, antilock brakes and Volvo’s Whiplash Protection System, which moves the front seats rearward in a collision. The federally required front airbags have two deployment levels, with lower force used in low-speed collisions.

Ford owns Sweden-based Volvo, but Volvo developed the front-drive S40 and V40 jointly with Japanese automaker Mitsubishi before Ford arrived. The cars are built at a plant in the Netherlands that Volvo and Mitsubishi share.

Exterior
The wheelbase grows nearly 1 inch this year to 101, and the V40 wears a new front bumper, increasing the overall length by 2.4 inches to 177.8. The fenders are wider to accommodate a wider track (the width between the front wheels).

The V40 is about 2 inches longer than the BMW 325i wagon and about 6 inches shorter than the Volkswagen Passat wagon.

Interior
Three-point seat belts are provided for all five seating positions in the V40, which comes with standard cloth upholstery and a 70/30-split, folding rear seat. Narrow rear doors make it difficult for adults to gracefully enter and exit the rear seat. Cargo volume is 30 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 61 cubic feet with both sides of the rear seat folded.

Switches for the power windows and mirrors move from the center console to the driver’s door this year, and the console has a new design with more storage. The interior color scheme switches from last year’s silver gray to two-tone taupe. Air conditioning, power locks and windows, cruise control, a cassette player and an immobilizing theft-deterrent system are standard. Leather upholstery and a power sunroof are optional.

Under the Hood
The only engine for the V40 is a turbocharged 1.9-liter four-cylinder that teams with a new five-speed automatic transmission. The V40 came with a four-speed automatic last year.

 

Reported by Rick Popely  for cars.com
From the cars.com 2001 Buying Guide

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

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

Consumer reviews

4.4 / 5
Based on 3 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.4
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.0

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  • Great car - great dearlership -

    Jack was so great in helping us get our car. He took all our needs and really worked with us to find us the best car and deal.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • 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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  • Little Tank

    Used for commuting, bought auto used 2 years ago. No major issues as yet, handles and feels very secure on the road. Accelleration is more than adequite with the turbo. Living in Ontaio, Canada , handles snow extremely well. Issues so far check engine light comes on quite often, lights tend do blow out more than normal. o2 sensors are an issue. The cat code keeps coming up, erase code until engine light comes up again, a little irritating. Keepingour fingers crossed that no major issues arise!! Change oil regurley. One o the saest vehicles on the road with front airbags, front curtain air bags, side curtain airbags and shoulder height side airbags. Very satisfied and size is veryconvenient in the city. Good gas mileage in city around 24 mpg.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • Terrific Little Wagon

    Overall excellent overall, the only point up until now is the engine light keeps coming on. Different codes misfiring , o2 sensors a little annoying, bought car used have had it for a year. We have done the oil changes regularly,no major fixes as yet. Bulbs keep blowing and we have noticed on other volvo v4os have lights blown!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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What trim levels are available for the 2001 Volvo V40?

The 2001 Volvo V40 is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • Sport Edition (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2001 Volvo V40?

The 2001 Volvo V40 offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 32 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 2001 Volvo V40 reliable?

The 2001 Volvo V40 has an average reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2001 Volvo V40 owners.

Is the 2001 Volvo V40 a good Wagon?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2001 Volvo V40. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 3 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.0
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