2004 Volvo V40 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2004 Volvo V40 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2004 Volvo V40 specs
| Engine | 1.9L 4-cylinder turbo |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.72 |
2004 Volvo V40: every figure
| Displacement | 1.9 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 934 L (33 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,744 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2004 Volvo V40
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (2), air bags (1) and structure (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V493000 | 2004-10-14 | service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE NON-RETURN VALVE MAY CRACK DUE TO A POOR WELD CAUSING A VACUUM LEAK. |
| 03V424000 | 2003-10-24 | fuel system, gasoline | ON CERTAIN SEDANS AND STATION WAGONS, THERE MAY BE A FUEL LEAK FROM THE FUEL RAIL DUE TO INADEQUATE WELDING. |
| 03V284000 | 2003-08-01 | 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2004 Volvo V40
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2004 Volvo V40 for sale by us right now. Before you buy the 2004 Volvo V40, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Recalls and complaints
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
What the figures tell you
Under the hood: the 1.9L 4-cylinder turbo and front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
By the EPA's combined rating of 10.7 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 32 litres. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $18.72. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
When the V40 makes sense
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
What to expect from the V40
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. The trunk holds 934 litres by the EPA's count: bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Try before you buy
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. A test week in the V40 tells you more than any review.
Which one to look for
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Money matters
Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Questions first?
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2004 Volvo V40 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 Volvo V40 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 Volvo V40
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 Volvo V40?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2004 Volvo V40 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2004 Volvo V40 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2004 Volvo V40 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3744.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.