2011 Volvo S40
US · Compact Cars
The 2011 Volvo S40 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 5 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
11V186000: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 S40 PASSENGER VEHICLES. A CRACK ON THE TOP SIDE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE SUPPORT MEMBER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY HAVE DEVELOPED DURING THE FORMING PROCESS IN COMPONENT PRODUCTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CRACKS ON THE TOP SIDE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE SUPPORT MEMBER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. IF NO CRACK IS FOUND, NO FURTHER ACTION IS NEEDED. IF THE INSPECTION REVEALS THAT A VEHICLE HAS A CRACK IN THE SIDE SUPPORT…
Reported March 18, 2011. View on NHTSA
10V591000: SEATS
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER FRONT PASSENGER SEATS. THE FRONT SEAT RAIL'S DETECTION SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND MAY PERMIT THE PASSENGER TO FORWARD THE SEAT BEYOND THE INTENDED MAXIMUM.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT POWER SEAT STOPS FOR BOTH FRONT SEATS FOR THE PRESENCE OF AN "END STOP" AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT…
Reported November 22, 2010. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2010 Volvo S40
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged, 2.4L 5-cylinder · Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2011 Volvo S40 have?
2.5L 5-cylinder turbocharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Volvo S40?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2011 Volvo S40 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2011 Volvo S40?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.