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2011 Volvo S40 FWD

The 2011 Volvo S40 FWD is a sedan. It has a 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine producing 220 hp (164 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.0 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).

2011 Volvo S40 FWD
2011
Year
2,500 cc
Engine
220 hp
Power
Automatic (S5)
Trans.
Petrol
Fuel

ABOUT THE 2011 VOLVO S40 FWD

Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 11, 2026.

SPECS

Make Volvo Model S40 FWD
Year 2011 Version / Trim Volvo 2011 S40 FWD
Body Style Sedan Doors 4
Seats 5 Ext. Colour Ice White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Electric Silver Metallic, Savile Grey Metallic, Seashell Metallic, Caspian Blue Metallic, Flamenco Red Metallic, Passion Red
Steering LHD / RHD Manufactured In Sweden
Drive Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) 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 21 mpg city / 30 mpg hwy
Wheelbase 2,640 mm Kerb Weight 1,365 kg (3,009 lb)

HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2011 SEDANS

Compared with other 2011 sedans in our database, its 220 hp is 23% less than the average 2011 sedan (284 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.2 seconds slower than average, and it is 17% lighter than the typical sedan.

2011 Volvo S40 FWDAverage 2011 sedansDifference
Power 220 hp 284 hp (107 cars) -23%
Torque 320 Nm 363 Nm (107 cars) -12%
0–60 mph 8.0 s 6.8 s (106 cars) +18%
Top speed 130 mph 139 mph (106 cars) -6%
Kerb weight 1,365 kg 1,639 kg (121 cars) -17%
Engine size 2,500 cc 3,291 cc (121 cars) -24%

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 2011 sedans with similar power to the 2011 Volvo S40 FWD.

CarPower0–60 mphKerb weight
2011 Volvo S40 FWD 220 hp 8.0 s 1,365 kg
2011 Ford Crown Victoria FFV 224 hp — 1,784 kg
2011 Audi A4 211 hp 6.5 s 1,500 kg
2011 BMW 328i 230 hp 6.2 s 1,565 kg
2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse 210 hp 7.5 s 1,525 kg
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OTHER YEARS OF THE VOLVO S40 FWD

FEATURES

Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start