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Volvo S40/V40/V50 generations and tyre sizes

S40/V40/V50

S40/V40/V50 1. Generation

1996 – 2000
Diesel, Petrol66–147 kW (90–200 PS)Manual / Automatic
S40/V40/V50

S40/V40/V50 1. Generation (1. Facelift)

2000 – 2004
Diesel, Petrol75–147 kW (102–200 PS)Manual / Automatic
S40/V40/V50

S40/V40/V50 2. Generation

2004 – 2007
Petrol, Diesel74–162 kW (101–220 PS)Manual / Automatic
S40/V40/V50

S40/V40/V50 2. Generation (1. Facelift)

2007 – 2012
Petrol, Diesel, Ethanol74–169 kW (101–230 PS)Manual / Automatic
S40/V40/V50

S40/V40/V50 3. Generation

2012 – 2016
Diesel, Petrol84–187 kW (114–254 PS)Automatic / Manual
S40/V40/V50

S40/V40/V50 3. Generation (1. Facelift)

2016 – 2020
Diesel, Petrol88–186 kW (120–253 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Volvo S40/V40/V50 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10) and Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10). The Volvo S40/V40/V50 uses 13 tyre sizes across 6 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Volvo S40/V40/V50 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Volvo S40/V40/V50

Best tyres for Volvo S40/V40/V50 by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P
9.1/10

Tyre comparison for Volvo S40/V40/V50

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium92%
2Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium200%
3Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium192%
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium92%
5Dunlop Winter Sport 58.98.18.17.97.8Premium300%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Volvo S40/V40/V50?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Volvo S40/V40/V50 are: Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Volvo S40/V40/V50?
The Volvo S40/V40/V50 uses the following tyre sizes: 195/55 R15, 205/50 R16, 185/65 R15, 195/60 R15, 205/65 R15, 215/45 R17, 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16, 195/65 R16, 205/50 R17, 205/60 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/50 R17.
How many generations does the Volvo S40/V40/V50 have?
The Volvo S40/V40/V50 has 6 generations, from 1996 to 2016.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Volvo S40/V40/V50?
For wet road performance on Volvo S40/V40/V50, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P good for Volvo S40/V40/V50?
Yes, the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P is the top-rated tyre for Volvo S40/V40/V50 with a rating of 9.1/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 92% of Volvo S40/V40/V50 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Volvo S40/V40/V50?
To choose the right tyres for Volvo S40/V40/V50: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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