Fuel tank capacity
15.9gal · 60 L
The 2003 Volvo S40 has a fuel tank capacity of 15.9 gallons (60 liters).
A full tank is good for roughly 429 highway miles or 302 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
15.9 gal · Smaller than 83% of 2003 models we list.
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan 1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 302 / 429 mi | 1.9L 4cyl Turbo 5A | FWD | 15.9 gal60 L | 19 / 27 | 302 / 429 mi | |
| No trim matches all of these filters. | ||||||
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.
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 22 MPG, a full 15.9-gallon tank covers about 350 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 15.9 | 429 | 302 |
| 3/4 | 11.9 | 322 | 227 |
| 1/2 | 8.0 | 215 | 151 |
| 1/4 | 4.0 | 107 | 76 |
| 1/8 | 2.0 | 54 | 38 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 682 gallons, roughly 43 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.
$83.95 to fill the 15.9-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.9 gal | Premium | $5.28 | $83.95 | $62.96 |
| Region | Premium / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.93 | $78.39 |
| Midwest | $5.37 | $85.38 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $4.57 | $72.66 |
| Rocky Mountain | $5.12 | $81.41 |
| West Coast | $6.08 | $96.67 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $6.36 | $101.12 |
Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.
Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
The 2003 S40 uses the same 15.9 gal tank as the 2002 model.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 S40 | 15.1–15.9 gal | 445 mi |
| 2007 S40 | 15.1–15.9 gal | 445 mi |
| 2006 S40 | 15.3–15.9 gal | 461 mi |
| 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 |
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2003 Volvo S40, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
On certain sedans and station wagons, there may be a fuel leak from the fuel rail due to inadequate welding.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a v-clamp to the fuel rail. Owner notification began on january 28, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
The 2003 Volvo S40 holds 15.9 gallons (60 liters).
The 2003 Volvo S40 tank holds 60 liters, or 15.9 gallons in US gallons.
About 429 miles on the highway and 302 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.
About 107 highway miles or 76 in town from the 15.9-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.9-gallon tank from empty costs $83.95. It ranges from $72.66 in the Gulf Coast to $101.12 in California.
About 99 pounds for the 15.9-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2003 Volvo S40: 03V424000 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.
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