The V40 looks modern and stylish with a great looking and comfortable interior. It’s economical but still fun to drive and stands out from the crowd.
Used Volvo V40 cars
Sleek Scandinavian style, low running costs and exceptional safety features make the Volvo V40 one of the most appealing used hatchbacks you can buy. We have a wide range of used Volvo V40 cars for sale that are available to purchase or finance.
Finance representative example (PCP)
Total cash price £18,725. Borrowing £16,725 with a £2,000 deposit at a representative APR of 9.9%.
- Fixed rate of interest per annum
- 5.13%
- 48 monthly payments
- £267.57
- Total amount payable
- £23,766.36
- Cost of credit
- £5,041.36
- Optional final payment
- £8,923
- Annual mileage limit
- 10,000 miles
- Excess mileage charge
- 4p/mile
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Finance representative example (PCP)
Total cash price £18,725. Borrowing £16,725 with a £2,000 deposit at a representative APR of 9.9%.
- Fixed rate of interest per annum
- 5.13%
- 48 monthly payments
- £267.57
- Total amount payable
- £23,766.36
- Cost of credit
- £5,041.36
- Optional final payment
- £8,923
- Annual mileage limit
- 10,000 miles
- Excess mileage charge
- 4p/mile
- Read more about 2018 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design Nav Plus T2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design Nav Plus T2
View this car£13,250
£198/month PCP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design D2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design D2
View this car£10,100
£203/month HP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L SE Lux Nav D4
Volvo V40
2L SE Lux Nav D4
View this car£12,525
£211/month PCP
- Read more about 2019 used Volvo V40 2L Momentum Nav Plus T2
Volvo V40
2L Momentum Nav Plus T2
View this car£13,825
£218/month PCP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design T2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design T2
View this car£10,850
£222/month HP
- Read more about 2015 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design D2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design D2
View this car£11,050
£227/month HP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L SE Nav D3
Volvo V40
2L SE Nav D3
View this car£11,125
£229/month HP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design T2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design T2
View this car£11,225
£232/month HP
- Read more about 2018 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design Pro D3
Volvo V40
2L R-Design Pro D3
View this car£14,150
£236/month PCP
- Read more about 2018 used Volvo V40 2L Momentum Nav Plus T2
Volvo V40
2L Momentum Nav Plus T2
View this car£14,600
£236/month PCP
- Read more about 2017 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design Pro D2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design Pro D2
View this car£14,300
£241/month PCP
- Read more about 2015 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design Nav T2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design Nav T2
View this car£11,650
£242/month HP
- Read more about 2018 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design Pro D4
Volvo V40
2L R-Design Pro D4
View this car£14,650
£245/month PCP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L Inscription T3
Volvo V40
2L Inscription T3
View this car£15,050
£248/month PCP
- Read more about 2017 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design D4
Volvo V40
2L R-Design D4
View this car£14,750
£251/month PCP
- Read more about 2015 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design D2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design D2
View this car£12,250
£257/month HP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L R-Design D2
Volvo V40
2L R-Design D2
View this car£12,350
£260/month HP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L SE Lux Nav T3
Volvo V40
2L SE Lux Nav T3
View this car£15,450
£264/month PCP
- Read more about 2016 used Volvo V40 2L SE Lux D2
Volvo V40
2L SE Lux D2
View this car£12,850
£272/month HP
- Read more about 2018 subscription Volvo V40 2L R-Design T3
Volvo V40
2L R-Design T3
- from£329/month
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- Read more about 2018 subscription Volvo V40 2L Inscription T3
Volvo V40
2L Inscription T3
- from£349/month
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- Read more about 2018 subscription Volvo V40 2L Inscription T3
Volvo V40
2L Inscription T3
- from£349/month
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- Read more about 2018 subscription Volvo V40 2L Inscription T3
Volvo V40
2L Inscription T3
- from£349/month
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- Read more about 2018 subscription Volvo V40 2L Inscription T3
Volvo V40
2L Inscription T3
- from£349/month
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- Read more about 2018 subscription Volvo V40 2L Inscription T3
Volvo V40
2L Inscription T3
- from£349/month
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Thinking of buying a used Volvo V40?
The style of the car
Its low front but high rear give it a sporty look that blends effortlessly with its all-round elegant feel. Available as either a five-door hatchback or go-anywhere Cross Country, the V40 is a car that’s both classy and practical.
How it drives
The Volvo V40 offers a drive that’s on par with most of its rivals. You can even change the way the steering feels if you want the drive to feel more fun. Both petrol and diesel engines provide a good combination of performance and efficiency, while the suspension copes well with all road surfaces. There’s a choice of smooth automatic or manual gearboxes and all models are compact enough to make them easy to drive and park in town. Larger engine versions make good towing cars and there’s also the option of the sportier Polestar versions.
The interior
The Volvo V40 is similar in size to its competitors with five doors and space for five adults to sit comfortably. It has a wonderful interior with elegant touches like the floating centre console and controls that are all well laid out. The seats are very comfortable, especially on long journeys. There’s also enough space in the boot for a pushchair or a couple of holiday suitcases. All models are well equipped.
Running costs and reliability
It’s cheaper to buy than a Volkswagen Golf, and you’ll pay a similar price for a used Volvo V40 as for a Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra. Diesels are the most economical but the small petrol engines also do well on fuel consumption. Running costs such as insurance, road tax and servicing are all on a par with rivals.
The V40 has a good reputation for reliability and safety is excellent with features such as City Safety, Volvo’s own autonomous emergency braking system and a full five-star rating from Euro NCAP.
How it compares with similar cars
The Volvo V40 is a compact hatchback, sitting below the larger S60 saloon and V60 estate in the range. It’s a great alternative to cars like the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. Not only does it provide a high level of Volvo safety, but it also offers a great drive, lovely interior design and plenty of standard equipment. It’s perhaps no surprise that the V40 has been safety organisation Thatcham Research’s Safest Used Car of the Year. It was also voted Best Executive Hatch in the Scottish Car of the Year awards. You could also consider the Volvo V40 Cross Country.
Volvo V40 common questions
Reliability is generally very good for the V40 and Volvo was above average in the JD Power survey.
The Volvo V40 is a great value buy and its running costs are similar to most of its rivals.
Plenty of interior space, a good level of equipment and the option of a slightly higher-riding Cross Country if you live in rural areas, all make the Volvo V40 a practical choice.
The Volvo V40 is a great alternative to its competitors, providing excellent safety but also a stylish interior and exterior design.