2000 Volvo S40 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

15.8gal · 60 L

The 2000 Volvo S40 has a fuel tank capacity of 15.8 gallons (60 liters).

A full tank is good for roughly 411 highway miles or 300 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.8 gal · Smaller than 80% of 2000 models we list.

Highway range
411 mi
City range
300 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
21 MPG
EPA size class
Compact Cars

2000 Volvo S40 fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Turbo 4dr Sedan 1.9L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 19 / 26Range 300 / 411 mi 1.9L 4cyl 4A FWD 15.8 gal60 L 19 / 26 300 / 411 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2000 Volvo S40 goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 21 MPG, a full 15.8-gallon tank covers about 332 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.8411300
3/411.9308225
1/27.9205150
1/44.010375
1/82.05138

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 714 gallons, roughly 45 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
21 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
423 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2000 Volvo S40

$67.47 to fill the 15.8-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.8 galRegular$4.27$67.47$50.60

By region, 15.8-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$63.52
Midwest$4.27$67.47
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$58.46
Rocky Mountain$4.46$70.47
West Coast$5.42$85.64
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$93.06

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 15.8-gallon tank$67.47
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,050

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

S40 tank size in other years

2000 is the first S40 model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2005 S40 15.1–15.9 gal 461 mi
2004 S40 15.9 gal 445 mi
2003 S40 15.9 gal 429 mi
2002 S40 15.9 gal 429 mi
2001 S40 15.8 gal 458 mi
2000 S40 15.8 gal 411 mi
Volvo S40 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2000 Volvo S40 vs similar 2000 sedans

The S40 has the smallest tank of the four 2000 sedans compared here: 15.8 gallons, against 16.4 for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

2000 modelTankLongest highway range
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 16.4 gal 426 mi
Audi A4 15.6–16.4 gal 476 mi
INFINITI G20 15.9 gal 461 mi
Volvo S40 15.8 gal 411 mi

Other 2000 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2000 Volvo S40 fuel system recalls

None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2000 Volvo S40 involve the fuel system.

All Volvo fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

2000 Volvo S40 fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2000 Volvo S40, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2000 Volvo S40?

The 2000 Volvo S40 holds 15.8 gallons (60 liters).

How many gallons and liters does the 2000 Volvo S40 gas tank hold?

The 2000 Volvo S40 tank holds 60 liters, or 15.8 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2000 Volvo S40 go on a full tank?

About 411 miles on the highway and 300 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2000 Volvo S40 go on a quarter tank?

About 103 highway miles or 75 in town from the 15.8-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2000 Volvo S40 take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2000 Volvo S40?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.8-gallon tank from empty costs $67.47. It ranges from $58.46 in the Gulf Coast to $93.06 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2000 Volvo S40?

About 98 pounds for the 15.8-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2000 Volvo S40 have a bigger gas tank than the INFINITI G20?

No. The 2000 INFINITI G20 holds up to 15.9 gallons; the 2000 Volvo S40 holds up to 15.8.

Has the 2000 Volvo S40 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2000 Volvo S40 involve the fuel system.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Volvo fuel system recalls).

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