Car financing: 2011 Volvo S40
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2011 Volvo S40 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2011 Volvo S40 specs
| Engine | 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas |
| City | 11.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 230 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.04 |
2011 Volvo S40: every figure
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 5 |
| MPG city (US) | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 |
| MPG combined (US) | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,008 |
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 2011 Volvo S40
- NHTSA lists 2 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 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (4), seats (1) and structure (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V186000 | 2011-03-18 | structure:frame and members | VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 S40 PASSENGER VEHICLES. A CRACK ON THE TOP SIDE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE SUPPORT MEMBER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY HAVE DEVELOPED DURING THE FORMING PROCESS IN COMPONENT PRODUCTION. |
| 10V591000 | 2010-11-22 | seats | VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER FRONT PASSENGER SEATS. THE FRONT SEAT RAIL'S DETECTION SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND MAY PERMIT THE PASSENGER TO FORWARD THE SEAT BEYOND THE INTENDED MAXIMUM. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2011 Volvo S40
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2011 Volvo S40 for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2011 Volvo S40 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
A buyer's checks
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, seats and structure; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
The numbers in plain words
The 2.5L 5-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with 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.
Rated at 9.7 L/100 km combined, it needs around 29 litres for a 300 km round trip. At our price setting, it costs about $15.04 to drive 100 km. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
When the S40 makes sense
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
What the S40 is like
As a compact car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. At 368 litres, the trunk fits about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the S40 for a week and see how it fits your life. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Narrowing it down
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
What it costs to run
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $15.04 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Ready to ask?
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
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 2011 Volvo S40 from us first.
Ask us about the 2011 Volvo S40
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2011 Volvo S40 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2011 Volvo S40
Does CarmaCars sell the 2011 Volvo S40?
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 2011 Volvo S40 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 2011 Volvo S40 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2011 Volvo S40 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3008.00.
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.