2005 Volvo S40

$1,995
from
8
listings
$2K–$6K
price range
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Low$1,995
High$5,995
From$1,995
Avg Mileage162,500 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 8 active dealer listings as of

2005 Volvo S40 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,995
$2K–$6K
8 listings162,500 avg miles
2.4i
From$1,000
33 listings|$1K–$8K
T5
From$1,995
18 listings|$2K–$11K
T5 R-Design
From$1,565
4 listings|$2K–$13K

2005 Volvo S40 Pricing

Price Trend

+40.4%
$2K$3K$4K$5K$6KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$2,800
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Volvo S40 Safety & Reliability

Moderate

The 2005 Volvo S40 has a moderate safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 81 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
81
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 81 owners have filed complaints about the 2005 Volvo S40. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Electrical System11
02Engine And Engine Cooling10
03Fuel System, Gasoline7
04Fuel/propulsion System5
05Visibility5
81 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volvo S40 Fuel Economy

20–22mpg combined
·
17-19city
·
25-29hwy
·
$2,650-$2,900/yr

Across 6 configurations, the 2005 Volvo S40 returns 20–22 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
S40 FWD - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor
S40 FWD - Automatic (S5)
22mpg
2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor
S40 FWD - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.4L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor
S40 FWD - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city29 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor
S40 AWD - Automatic (S5)
20mpg
2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
S40 AWD - Manual 6-spd
20mpg
2.5L 5-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2005 Volvo S40

22States

13% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 22 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2005.

Buying a 2005 Volvo S40?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2005 Volvo S40 a good car to buy?

The 2005 Volvo S40 has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 2005 Volvo S40?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $239 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2005 Volvo S40?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2005 Volvo S40, based on 81 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2005 compare to other Volvo S40 years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Volvo S40 model years. Visit the Volvo S40 buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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