Car financing: 2004 Volvo V40
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 10.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 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
- 10.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
Rent a 2004 Volvo V40 for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: 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.
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
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2004 Volvo V40 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before buying the 2004 Volvo V40, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
A buyer's checks
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA has 4 owner complaints on file, mostly about service brakes, air bags and structure. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
The figures, translated
The powertrain here is the 1.9L 4-cylinder turbo with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Combined fuel use is 10.7 L/100 km: about 32 litres for 300 km. Every 100 km costs about $18.72 in fuel at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles.
Room inside
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. With 934 litres of luggage space by the EPA's measure, it takes bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Rent it for a week first
If the V40 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the V40 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$3,750 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Picking a year and a trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Within the 2004 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Let us know
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
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.
Ask us about the 2004 Volvo V40
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?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one 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.