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Volvo S40 Horsepower & Torque (2002-2011)


The Volvo S40, produced from 1995 to 2012, served as a subcompact executive car offering a more accessible alternative to the Volvo S60, competing with premium small family cars like the Volkswagen Jetta.

From 2002 to 2011, the S40 showcased a range of engine options, starting with a 1.9L engine producing 160 horsepower and progressing to a 2.5L turbocharged engine delivering 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque by 2011.

Available in front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), the S40 offered various transmission options, including 5- and 6-speed manuals and automatics, with Geartronic (Volvo's manual shift mode) available on select trims.

The T5 trim, featuring the 2.5L turbocharged engine, became a standout for its balance of power and efficiency.

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Second Generation: 2003-2012

The second-generation Volvo S40 (2003–2012) featured a range of advanced inline-five engines, including the top-performing 2.5L turbocharged B5254T7, delivering 227 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque.

Drivetrain options included front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), paired with transmissions such as a 6-speed manual or 5-speed Geartronic automatic.

A notable innovation was the introduction of Euro 5-compliant engines with start-stop technology in later models, enhancing efficiency and emissions performance.

2011 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a 2.5L engine that produces a consistent output of 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a 5-speed automatic transmission with Geartronic capability.

2011 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbocharged | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD 227 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs

2010 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 features a horsepower range from 168 hp with the 2.4L engine to 227 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 170 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine.

The vehicle is equipped with an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 6-speed manual Geartronic transmission for the higher output engine configuration.

2010 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual Geartronic | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 170 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD 227 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual Geartronic | AWD 227 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs

2009 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 features a horsepower range from 168 hp with the 2.4L engine to 227 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 170 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine, both utilizing a 5-speed automatic transmission.

The vehicle is equipped with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.

2009 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 170 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD 227 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | AWD 227 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs

2008 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 features a horsepower range from 168 hp with the 2.4L engine to 227 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 170 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine, with all-wheel drive available in the higher output configuration.

The vehicle is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission for the 2.4L engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission with Geartronic for the 2.5L engine.

2008 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 170 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD 227 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | AWD 227 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs

2007 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 is equipped with engine options ranging from a 2.4L producing 168 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque to a 2.5L generating 218 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque.

It features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed manual transmission.

2007 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 170 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Auto, Geartronic | FWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs

2006 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 offers a horsepower range from 168 hp with the 2.4L engine to 218 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 170 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine, with all configurations utilizing an AWD drivetrain.

2006 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 170 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs

2005 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 is equipped with two engine options: a 2.4L engine producing 168 hp and a 2.5L engine generating 218 hp.

Torque output ranges from 170 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine.

The vehicle features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed manual transmission.

2005 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 170 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 6 Spd Manual | AWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs

2004 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 offers a horsepower range from 168 hp with the 2.4L engine to 218 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 166 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine.

Engine options include 1.9L, 2.4L, and 2.5L configurations, paired with a 5-speed Geartronic automatic transmission and front-wheel drive drivetrain.

2004 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Geartronic Auto | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 166 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Geartronic Auto | FWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
Base Sedan 1.9L | Turbo | I4 170 hp @ 5,500 rpm 177 ft-lbs

2003 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 is equipped with a 1.9L engine producing a consistent output of 170 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

2003 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Base Sedan 1.9L | Turbo | I4 | 5 Spd Auto | FWD 170 hp @ 5,500 rpm 177 ft-lbs

First Generation: 1995-2004

The 1995-2004 Volvo S40 featured a range of four-cylinder engines, including a 1.9L turbocharged variant producing up to 218 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque in its high-performance configurations.

Drivetrain options were limited to front-wheel drive, paired with either a 5-speed automatic or 5-speed Geartronic automatic transmission.

Notably, the S40 introduced advanced engine management and direct fuel injection in its diesel models, marking a significant step forward in efficiency and performance for the series.

2004 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 offers a horsepower range from 168 hp with the 2.4L engine to 218 hp with the 2.5L engine.

Torque output varies from 166 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 236 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine.

Engine options include 1.9L, 2.4L, and 2.5L configurations, paired with a 5-speed Geartronic automatic transmission and front-wheel drive drivetrain.

2004 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.4i Sedan 2.4L | I5 | 5 Spd Geartronic Auto | FWD 168 hp @ 6,000 rpm 166 ft-lbs @ 4,400 rpm
T5 Sedan 2.5L | Turbo | I5 | 5 Spd Geartronic Auto | FWD 218 hp @ 5,000 rpm 236 ft-lbs
Base Sedan 1.9L | Turbo | I4 170 hp @ 5,500 rpm 177 ft-lbs

2003 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The Volvo S40 is equipped with a 1.9L engine producing a consistent output of 170 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

2003 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Base Sedan 1.9L | Turbo | I4 | 5 Spd Auto | FWD 170 hp @ 5,500 rpm 177 ft-lbs

2002 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque

The 2002 Volvo S40 is equipped with a 1.9L engine producing 160 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

2002 Volvo S40 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Base Sedan 1.9L | Turbo | I4 | 5 Spd Auto | FWD 160 hp @ 5,250 rpm 177 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm
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