2008 Volvo S40 Exterior Review [ 2007 ]
Based on analysis of 60 S40 reviews and test drives.
Exterior - What the Auto Press Says
Most see the 2008 S40's exterior changes as an even better version of an already good-looking car. Motor Trend says, "Despite the fact that the S40 and its V50 wagon sibling were last redesigned in late 2003 and are both still looking great, like vain Hollywood 30-somethings they've gone under the knife for a nip-tuck anyway … the result is striking and serves to heighten the resemblance of the S40 to the new flagship S80."
Other reviewers also praise the S40's makeover. Car and Driver considers the new exterior design one of the car's high points, while Edmunds says "it has upped its style quotient even further for this year after a midlife refresh that smoothes out some literal and figurative rough edges."
For 2008, Volvo modified the S40's front end with a new grille and spoiler, as well as adding redesigned head and taillights. Cars.com explains that the "V-shaped hood bulge runs down into a more sculpted nose, and the lower air intake is broader. The unmistakable cross-member grille is even less mistakable, with a 50 percent larger Volvo logo."
