How much does the 2008 Volvo S40 cost?

The 2008 Volvo S40 has a starting MSRP of $24,365, ranging up to $30,365 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes 2.4i from $24,365; T5 from $28,515.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Volvo S40?

The 2008 Volvo S40 achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2008 Volvo S40 have?

The 2008 Volvo S40 offers up to 38.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2008 Volvo S40 tow?

The 2008 Volvo S40 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2008 Volvo S40 come in?

The 2008 Volvo S40 is available in 2 trims (3 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.

2008 Volvo S40

2 trims · 3 configurations · Sedan

Starting MSRP

$24,365 – $30,365

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Volvo S40? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on 2.4i

Total price (2.4i MSRP)

$24,365

Typical monthly

$482/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Volvo S40 trims

2.4i
MSRP
$24,365
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
20/28
Horsepower
168 hp
Torque
170 lb-ft
Engine
2.4L I5 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
38.4
Max towing
2,000 lbs
T5 FWD
MSRP
$28,515
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/27
Horsepower
227 hp
Torque
236 lb-ft
Engine
2.5L I5 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
38.4
Max towing
2,000 lbs
T5 AWD
MSRP
$30,365
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
18/26
Horsepower
227 hp
Torque
236 lb-ft
Engine
2.5L I5 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
38.4
Max towing
2,000 lbs

Compare 2008 Volvo S40 trim specifications
Spec	2.4i	T5 FWD	T5 AWD
MSRP	$24,365	$28,515	$30,365
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	20/28	19/27	18/26
Horsepower	168 hp	227 hp	227 hp
Torque	170 lb-ft	236 lb-ft	236 lb-ft
Engine	2.4L I5 gas	2.5L I5 gas	2.5L I5 gas
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	AWD
Cargo (cu ft)	38.4	38.4	38.4
Max towing	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: 2.4igas
T5 FWDgas
T5 AWDgas
Fuel type: 2.4ipremium unleaded (recommended)
T5 FWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
T5 AWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders: 2.4iI5
T5 FWDI5
T5 AWDI5
Displacement: 2.4i2.4 L
T5 FWD2.5 L
T5 AWD2.5 L
Horsepower: 2.4i168 hp
T5 FWD227 hp
T5 AWD227 hp
Torque: 2.4i170 lb-ft
T5 FWD236 lb-ft
T5 AWD236 lb-ft
Transmission: 2.4i5-speed manual
T5 FWD5-speed shiftable automatic
T5 AWD5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: 2.4ifront wheel drive
T5 FWDfront wheel drive
T5 AWDall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: 2.4iSedan
T5 FWDSedan
T5 AWDSedan
Doors: 2.4i4
T5 FWD4
T5 AWD4
Seating: 2.4i5
T5 FWD5
T5 AWD5
Length: 2.4i176.2 in
T5 FWD176.2 in
T5 AWD176.2 in
Width: 2.4i69.7 in
T5 FWD69.7 in
T5 AWD69.7 in
Height: 2.4i57.2 in
T5 FWD57.2 in
T5 AWD57.9 in
Wheelbase: 2.4i103.9 in
T5 FWD103.9 in
T5 AWD103.9 in
Ground clearance: 2.4i5.3 in
T5 FWD5.3 in
T5 AWD5.3 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: 2.4i12.6 cu ft
T5 FWD12.6 cu ft
T5 AWD12.6 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: 2.4i38.4 cu ft
T5 FWD38.4 cu ft
T5 AWD38.4 cu ft
Max towing: 2.4i2,000 lbs
T5 FWD2,000 lbs
T5 AWD2,000 lbs
Curb weight: 2.4i3,220 lbs
T5 FWD3,363 lbs
T5 AWD3,518 lbs
Fuel tank: 2.4i15.9 gal
T5 FWD15.9 gal
T5 AWD15.1 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: 2.4i23
T5 FWD22
T5 AWD21
City MPG: 2.4i20
T5 FWD19
T5 AWD18
Highway MPG: 2.4i28
T5 FWD27
T5 AWD26

Full specifications by trim
Spec	2.4i	T5 FWD	T5 AWD
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders	I5	I5	I5
Displacement	2.4 L	2.5 L	2.5 L
Horsepower	168 hp	227 hp	227 hp
Torque	170 lb-ft	236 lb-ft	236 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Doors	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5
Length	176.2 in	176.2 in	176.2 in
Width	69.7 in	69.7 in	69.7 in
Height	57.2 in	57.2 in	57.9 in
Wheelbase	103.9 in	103.9 in	103.9 in
Ground clearance	5.3 in	5.3 in	5.3 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	12.6 cu ft	12.6 cu ft	12.6 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	38.4 cu ft	38.4 cu ft	38.4 cu ft
Max towing	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs	2,000 lbs
Curb weight	3,220 lbs	3,363 lbs	3,518 lbs
Fuel tank	15.9 gal	15.9 gal	15.1 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	23	22	21
City MPG	20	19	18
Highway MPG	28	27	26

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2008 Volvo S40 FAQ

How much does the 2008 Volvo S40 cost?: The 2008 Volvo S40 has a starting MSRP of $24,365, ranging up to $30,365 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes 2.4i from $24,365; T5 from $28,515.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Volvo S40?: The 2008 Volvo S40 achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2008 Volvo S40 have?: The 2008 Volvo S40 offers up to 38.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2008 Volvo S40 tow?: The 2008 Volvo S40 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
How many trims does the 2008 Volvo S40 come in?: The 2008 Volvo S40 is available in 2 trims (3 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.