2005 Volvo S40 AWD
The 2005 Volvo S40 AWD is a sedan. It has a 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine producing 220 hp (164 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.0 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2005 VOLVO S40 AWD

Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 10, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Volvo | Model | S40 AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2005 | Version / Trim | Volvo 2005 S40 AWD |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Ice White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Silver Metallic, Titanium Grey Metallic, Magic Blue Metallic, Barents Blue Metallic, Passion Red, Electric Silver Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Sweden |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S5) |
| Engine | 2.5L 5-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 2,500 cc |
| Power | 220 hp / 164 kW | Torque | 320 Nm / 236 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.0 sec | Top Speed | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 25 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,365 kg (3,009 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2005 SEDANS
Compared with other 2005 sedans in our database, its 220 hp is 7% less than the average 2005 sedan (236 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.4 seconds slower than average, and it is 12% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2005 Volvo S40 AWD | Average 2005 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 220 hp | 236 hp (84 cars) | -7% |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 303 Nm (84 cars) | +6% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.0 s | 7.6 s (79 cars) | +5% |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 132 mph (79 cars) | -1% |
| Kerb weight | 1,365 kg | 1,555 kg (97 cars) | -12% |
| Engine size | 2,500 cc | 3,102 cc (97 cars) | -19% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2005 sedans with similar power to the 2005 Volvo S40 AWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Volvo S40 AWD | 220 hp | 8.0 s | 1,365 kg |
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 224 hp | — | 1,784 kg |
| 2005 BMW 330i | 225 hp | 6.8 s | 1,470 kg |
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 210 hp | 8.5 s | 1,525 kg |
| 2005 Lexus ES 330 | 210 hp | 8.5 s | 1,545 kg |