2007 Volvo S40 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

15.1–15.9gal · 57–60 L

The 2007 Volvo S40 has a fuel tank capacity of 15.1 to 15.9 gallons (57–60 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 15.9 gallons, used on 2 trims.

A full tank is good for roughly 393–445 highway miles or 272–302 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.9 gal · Smaller than 85% of 2007 models we list.

Highway range
393–445 mi
City range
272–302 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
21–22 MPG
EPA size class
Compact Cars

2007 Volvo S40 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
Engine

All 3 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
T5 4dr Sedan AWD 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 272 / 393 mi 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M AWD 15.1 gal57 L 18 / 26 272 / 393 mi
2.4i 4dr Sedan 2.4L 5cyl 5M · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 302 / 429 mi 2.4L 5cyl 5M FWD 15.9 gal60 L 19 / 27 302 / 429 mi
T5 4dr Sedan 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A · FWD MPG 19 / 28Range 302 / 445 mi 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A FWD 15.9 gal60 L 19 / 28 302 / 445 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 2007 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 22 MPG, a full 15.9-gallon tank covers about 350 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.9429302
3/411.9322227
1/28.0215151
1/44.010776
1/82.05438

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.

EPA combined
21–22 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
404–423 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2007 Volvo S40

$83.95 to fill the 15.9-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.1 galPremium$5.28$79.73$59.80
15.9 galPremium$5.28$83.95$62.96

By region, 15.9-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill 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.

Your own price

  • 15.1-gallon tank$79.73
  • 15.9-gallon tank$83.95
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,600

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

S40 tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2007: 15.1–15.9 gal, down from 15.3–15.9 gal on the 2006 S40.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2011 S40 15.1–15.9 gal 477 mi
2010 S40 15.1–15.9 gal 477 mi
2009 S40 15.1–15.9 gal 493 mi
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
Volvo S40 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2007 Volvo S40 vs similar 2007 sedans

The S40 has the smallest tank of the four 2007 sedans compared here: 15.9 gallons, against 18.5 for the Audi A4.

2007 modelTankLongest highway range
Audi A4 16.6–18.5 gal 574 mi
Acura TSX 17.1 gal 479 mi
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 16.4 gal 443 mi
Volvo S40 15.1–15.9 gal 445 mi

Other 2007 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2007 Volvo S40 fuel system recalls

None of the 2 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2007 Volvo S40 involve the fuel system.

All Volvo fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

2007 Volvo S40 fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2007 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 2007 Volvo S40?

The 2007 Volvo S40 holds between 15.1 and 15.9 gallons, depending on the trim. 15.9 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 15.1-gallon tank is on the T5 4dr Sedan AWD.

How many gallons and liters does the 2007 Volvo S40 gas tank hold?

The 2007 Volvo S40 tank holds 57–60 liters, or 15.1–15.9 gallons in US gallons.

Which 2007 Volvo S40 has the biggest gas tank?

The 15.9-gallon tank is on the 2.4i 4dr Sedan, T5 4dr Sedan. The smallest tank, 15.1 gallons, is on the T5 4dr Sedan AWD.

Does AWD change the 2007 Volvo S40 gas tank?

Yes. AWD: 15.1 gal; FWD: 15.9 gal.

How far can a 2007 Volvo S40 go on a full tank?

About 393–445 miles on the highway and 272–302 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 2007 Volvo S40 go on a quarter tank?

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.

What gas does the 2007 Volvo S40 take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2007 Volvo S40?

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.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2007 Volvo S40?

About 99 pounds for the 15.9-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2007 Volvo S40 have a bigger gas tank than the Acura TSX?

No. The 2007 Acura TSX holds up to 17.1 gallons; the 2007 Volvo S40 holds up to 15.9.

Has the 2007 Volvo S40 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 2 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2007 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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