Volvo S40

Years1996–2012
Generations5
Total variants495
Body stylesSedan

The Volvo S40 is a sedan model, produced 1996–2012, spanning 5 generations with 495 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the S40 (2007-2012), S40 P1 (2004-2007), S40 (2002-2004) and S40 (2000-2002). The S40 (2007-2012) generation is the most extensively documented, with 182 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

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How many generations does the Volvo S40 have?

The Volvo S40 has 5 generations with 495 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Volvo S40 produced?

The Volvo S40 has been produced 1996–2012. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Volvo S40?

The Volvo S40 is available as Sedan. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

Across · Sedan

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPrice
S40 (1996-2000)1996–2000134 hp10.6 s96€20k–€34k
S40 (2000-2002)2000–2002128 hp10.6 s38€21k–€32k
S40 (2002-2004)2002–2004129 hp10.5 s68€22k–€31k
S40 P1 (2004-2007)2004–2007152 hp9.6 s111€26k–€48k
S40 (2007-2012)2007–2012150 hp9.7 s182€24k–€47k