Vehicle Overview

Volvo's smallest sedan, the compact S40, comes in 2.4i and T5 trim levels, the latter offered in all- as well as front-wheel drive. A few years past a full redesign, the S40 and its V50 wagon sister have been substantially freshened for 2008. The exterior is refinished, cabin storage is improved and there are new safety and convenience features. The T5 gets more power from the same engine but loses its choice of transmissions. Competitors include the Audi A3, Subaru WRX and Volkswagen GTI.
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Selecting a channel
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Suspension
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal
support arms, double link arms and track
rods.
Front suspension
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock
absorbers and con ...
Exterior
For 2008, the nose and tail are modified, and though Volvo says it has
changed the headlights and taillights, it seems limited to the elements within,
such as taillamp LEDs and lens colors, and no ...
