Available new from: September 2001  -  June 2003

Volvo S40 (96-04)
Volvo S40 (96-04)
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Scroll down for the full details of the Volvo S40 1996 right here. On this page, you will find all the key specs for the S40 from overall fuel efficiency in MPG and its top speed in MPH, to running costs, dimensions, data and lots more. With Parkers you'll find the most comprehensive source of car specs online.
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Specs Overview

2wd
Manual
Petrol/LPG
4dr
Power (bhp)120 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph10.6 secs
Miles per tank237 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 21
Road tax£295 per year
Dimensions (mm)Length 4516mm X Width 1716mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new S40 1996 and what is the overall running cost?

Fuel consumption
Insurance group21
Annual road tax£295
Price when new£18,165
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of S40 1996 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity40 litres
Weight1316kg
Length4516mm
Width1716mm
Height1422mm
Wheelbase2562mm
Turning Circle10m
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of S40 1996?

Power120 bhp
Top Speed124 mph
0-60 mph10.6 secs
Torque167 Nm
CO2 Emissions168 g/km
Euro Emissions Standard
3

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Miles Per Tank237 miles
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Equipment list & trim options

SE Basic equipment
SE Standard Equipment
  • Alloy wheels
  • CD
  • Climate control
SE Optional Equipment
  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric sunroof
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Heated mirrors
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Side airbags
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Steel wheels
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of Volvo S40 1996?

Engine Size1783cc
Cylinders4
Valves16
Fuel TypePetrol/LPG
TransmissionManual
Gearbox5 Speed
DrivetrainFront wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in Volvo S40 1996 and its boot size?

Doors4
Seats5
Luggage Capacity-
Unbraked Towing Weight665kg
Braked Towing Weight1200kg

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