... Noisy suspension bushes which were redesigned on the 99 model were replaced and Volvo recalled me to replace pipework to the oil cooler - something that only effects the turbo models. More surprisingly some 2.0t and more potent T4 also had ECU problems. In my case this manifested itself in ... Read review
Estate - Front (FWD) - 6 Speed - (Man) / 6 Speed Geartronic - (Auto) - 2401 cc - Max Speed: 140 mph - 185 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: R-DESIGN, R-DESIGN Premium, SE, SE Lux, SE Lux Premium, SE Premium, S, Sport
Saloon - Front (FWD) - 5 Speed Manual Gearbox - 1798 cc - Max Speed: 124 mph - 125 bhp - Petrol - Available Trims: Sport, SE Sport, SE, S, R-DESIGN Sport
Advantages: Super 'real world' performance, Comfortable. Disadvantages: How can I turn those lights off?
...99 model were replaced and Volvo recalled me to replace pipework to the oil cooler - something that only effects the turbo models. More surprisingly some 2.0t and more potent T4 also had ECU problems. In my case this manifested itself in a sudden surge of power at about 2,000 rpm and then the power levelled off quickly - sometimes embarassing me when overtaking. Volvo replaced the ECU and the difference was startling.
I don't want to be negative ... ...more importantly 169 lb ft of torque from only 1800rpm mean quick progress and easy overtaking without having to resort to the gearbox. Turbo lag is unnoticable but that turbo does whine a little if you are driving with the window open. Brakes are impressive, anti-lock and EBD as standard.
The car is practical, seatcovers can be removed and washed and the boot is large with cargo belts, elastic netting and a couple of extremely useful storage ... more
If you need to cover long distances quickly and in comfort then it would be hard to beat the S40 in 2.0t guise. My late 98 car has had a couple of glitches which were rectified under warranty. Noisy suspension bushes which were redesigned on the 99 model were replaced and Volvo recalled me to replace pipework to the oil cooler - something that only effects the turbo models. More surprisingly some 2.0t and more potent T4 also had ECU problems. In my case this manifested itself in a sudden surge of power at about 2,000 rpm and then the power levelled off quickly - sometimes embarassing me when overtaking. Volvo replaced the ECU and the difference was startling. I don't want to be negative about this car because it is very impressive. 160bhp and more importantly 169 lb ft of torque from only 1800rpm mean quick progress and easy overtaking without having to resort to the gearbox. Turbo lag is unnoticable but that turbo does whine a little if you are driving with the window open. Brakes are impressive, anti-lock and EBD as standard. The car is practical, seatcovers can be removed and washed and the boot is large with cargo belts, elastic netting and a couple of extremely useful storage bins. There are numerous cubbyholes in the cabin to store things but many of these are to small to be really useful. Also, as a front passenger it is virtually impossible to read the digital clock! But those seats are A1 and the drivers seat base can raised and lowered at the front - so long distance driving is not a pain.
Advantages: Comfy car, economical on petrol, roomy, Disadvantages: Insurance price
We purchased the Volvo S40 T in March of this year. Ours is a 1999 model. With low mileage for the year,and were pleasantly suprised how economical its turned out to be. This car has turned out to be a real bargain.
Advantages:
A filled tank lasts for ages.It has a 60 litre fuel tank and runs on petrol.
The car is fitted with Central Locking, Alarm System, Immobilizer, ABS and Air conditioning as standard.
The level of comfort is suprising especially ... ...for lots of reasons. We have nicknamed it half tank as it seems to permanently have half a tank of juice left. The advantages far outweigh the disadvantages and is a very practical economical family car. So we as a family would highly reccommend the Volvo S40 T to anyone ...
Multtinems 18.08.2004 (20.08.2004)
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