Volvo S40 Gas Tank Size and Capacity by Year

Sedan 2000–201112 model years

15.1–15.9gal · 57–60 L

Across 12 model years (2000–2011), the Volvo S40 has used tanks from 15.1–15.9 gallons. The 2011 model holds 15.1–15.9 gallons.

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How the tank changed over the years

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Volvo S40 tank size by generation

Model years with the same tank sizes, grouped. A change usually marks a new generation or a redesign.

Model yearsTankLiters
2007–201115.1–15.9 gallons57–60 L
200615.3–15.9 gallons58–60 L
200515.1–15.9 gallons57–60 L
2002–200415.9 gallons60 L
2000–200115.8 gallons60 L

Volvo S40 tank size by year

YearTankLitersBest highway rangeTrims
2011 Volvo S40 15.1–15.9 gallons 57–60 L 477 mi 2
2010 Volvo S40 15.1–15.9 gallons 57–60 L 477 mi 3
2009 Volvo S40 15.1–15.9 gallons 57–60 L 493 mi 3
2008 Volvo S40 15.1–15.9 gallons 57–60 L 445 mi 3
2007 Volvo S40 15.1–15.9 gallons 57–60 L 445 mi 3
2006 Volvo S40 15.3–15.9 gallons 58–60 L 461 mi 3
2005 Volvo S40 15.1–15.9 gallons 57–60 L 461 mi 3
2004 Volvo S40 15.9 gallons 60 L 445 mi 4
2003 Volvo S40 15.9 gallons 60 L 429 mi 1
2002 Volvo S40 15.9 gallons 60 L 429 mi 1
2001 Volvo S40 15.8 gallons 60 L 458 mi 2
2000 Volvo S40 15.8 gallons 60 L 411 mi 1

Volvo S40 fuel system recalls by year

NHTSA lists fuel-system recalls for 4 Volvo S40 model years. Each year's page has the details, the risk and the free remedy.

Frequently asked questions

What size gas tank does the Volvo S40 have?

The 2011 Volvo S40 holds 15.1–15.9 gallons. Older years range from 15.1–15.9 gallons; the table has every year.

Has the tank size changed over the years?

Yes. The largest tank changed in 2002.

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