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Volvo S40 vs. Honda Accord Reliability by Model Generation

Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
Year and Model % of Average Repair Frequency  
2018 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2018 Honda Accord
70% Best 160% Worst
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2016 - 2017 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2016 - 2017 Honda Accord
40.857142857143% Best 109% Worst
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2013 - 2015 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2013 - 2015 Honda Accord
0% Best 32% Worst
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2008 - 2012 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2008 - 2012 Honda Accord
8.2857142857143% Best 52% Worst
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2006 - 2007 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2006 - 2007 Honda Accord
18% Best 69% Worst
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2003 - 2005 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2003 - 2005 Honda Accord
26% Best 83% Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Volvo S40

Volvo S40 Reliability And Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 4dr Sedan turbocharged 160hp 1.9L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
After 75k miles the dealer who sold it to me and where I had been servicing it told me I should get rid of it. The problem is sludge due to infrequent oil changes. The check engine light keeps coming on. This first happened before 40k miles. full 2002 Volvo S40 review
2002 4dr Wagon turbocharged 160hp 1.9L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
In general the car is well built, durable, and for the most part reliable. However, The electrical/electronic system is over-engineered, prone to failure, and expensive to repair (alternator $800!). full 2002 Volvo S40 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Volvo S40

Volvo S40 Reliability And Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 4dr Sedan turbocharged 160hp 1.9L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
After 75k miles the dealer who sold it to me and where I had been servicing it told me I should get rid of it. The problem is sludge due to infrequent oil changes. The check engine light keeps coming on. This first happened before 40k miles. full 2002 Volvo S40 review
2002 4dr Wagon turbocharged 160hp 1.9L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
In general the car is well built, durable, and for the most part reliable. However, The electrical/electronic system is over-engineered, prone to failure, and expensive to repair (alternator $800!). full 2002 Volvo S40 review