2001 Volvo V40 Turbo
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- Photo: 1998 Volvo V40 CD 2.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Yellow Peugeot 406 Breaks, Volvo V40 by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Volvo V40 CD 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volvo V40 back - 20100908 by Dackelpaul, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volvo V40 Interior (1998) by Spacekid, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2001 Volvo V40 Turbo is a 1.9-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an automatic 5-spd and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,175 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The V40 measures 176.0 inches long on a 100.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,175 ($46,199 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Modular turbocharged I4 |
| Displacement | 1.9 L |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 83.0 x 90.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 176 in |
| Width | 67.7 in |
| Height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 33 ft³ |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2001 Volvo V40 Turbo with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Volvo V40. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 1, 2003 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WAS NOT INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES AND, IN CERTAIN CASES, THE OWNER'S MANUAL ISOFIX INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A LETTER/PACKAGE CONSISTING OF THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND IN CERTAIN CASES, THE CORRECTED OWNER'S MANUAL MAY BE PROVIDED. IF THE OWNER WANTS TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER FOR INSTALLATION OF THE GUIDE, IT WILL BE PERFORMED AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
NHTSA campaign 03V284000
May 21, 2001 · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDAN AND WAGON PASSENGER VEHICLES. A DIODE IN THE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM MAY HAVE A REDUCED SERVICE LIFE.
Consequence: IF THE DIODE FAILS, THE HEATER FAN STOPS OPERATING AND THE DEFROSTER FUNCTION IS AFFECTED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADAPTER WITH A DIODE FITTED TO THE HEATER FAN MOTOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 11, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
NHTSA campaign 01V169000
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Volvo V40
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Volvo V40 (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Hydraulic | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 VOLVO V40. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.