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2001 Volvo V40

US · Wagon · Small Station Wagons

The 2001 Volvo V40 is listed in the US market as a wagon 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
1.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged
Combined Economy
23 MPG US (10.2 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine1.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged
Displacement1.9 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
City20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway29 mpg (8.1 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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 4, 2026.

  • 03V284000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WAS NOT INSTALLED IN THESE VEHICLES AND, IN CERTAIN CASES, THE OWNER'S MANUAL ISOFIX INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.

    Remedy: OWNERS WILL RECEIVE A LETTER/PACKAGE CONSISTING OF THE SECOND ISOFIX GUIDE WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, AND IN CERTAIN CASES, THE CORRECTED OWNER'S MANUAL MAY BE PROVIDED. IF THE OWNER WANTS TO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO A VOLVO DEALER FOR…

    Reported August 1, 2003. View on NHTSA

  • 01V169000: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDAN AND WAGON PASSENGER VEHICLES. A DIODE IN THE ELECTRONIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM MAY HAVE A REDUCED SERVICE LIFE.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADAPTER WITH A DIODE FITTED TO THE HEATER FAN MOTOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 11, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE…

    Reported May 21, 2001. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 9, 2026

Data verified: November 9, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2001 Volvo V40 have?

1.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Volvo V40?

Combined fuel economy is 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2001 Volvo V40 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2001 Volvo V40?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.