Volkswagen Jetta vs Volvo V40
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2004 Volvo V40
Overview
| Spec | Volkswagen JettaS | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2004 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Volkswagen JettaS | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,995 (best) | $25,700 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Volkswagen JettaS | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 40 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 15.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Volkswagen JettaS | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 158 hp | 170 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 177 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 1.9 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Volkswagen JettaS | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 14.1 cu ft | 68.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 915 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,998 lbs | 2,822 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in (best) | 101 in |
| Length | 186.5 in (best) | 178 in |
| Width | 70.8 in (best) | 67.6 in |
| Height | 57.7 in (best) | 56.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Volkswagen JettaS | Volvo V40Base |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Volkswagen Jetta | Volvo V40 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S $23,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $25,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $25,305 MSRP | LSE $29,845 MSRP |
| 3 | SE $26,985 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SEL $29,995 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Autobahn $33,745 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Autobahn $33,745 MSRP | — |