2008 Volvo S40

Compact Sedan Premium
Volvo S40 2008
23MPG Combined
6 Trims
Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2008 Volvo S40. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 20–23 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2008 Volvo S40 Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG20–23 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG20
Highway MPG28
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypePremium
DriveFWD
Available Trims6

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Man20/28/232.4L 5cylManual 5-spd
5 cyl20/28/232.4L 5cylAutomatic (S5)
Man19/28/232.5L 5cylManual 6-spd
5 cyl19/27/222.5L 5cylAutomatic (S5)
Man17/25/202.5L 5cylManual 6-spd
5 cyl18/26/212.5L 5cylAutomatic (S5)

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2008 Volvo S40 costs approximately $2,666 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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