2005 Volvo V50 - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 4 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2005 Volvo V50 OverviewSource: CarGurus...ABS, traction control, and protective side beams among the numerous standard features.Base model V50 owners don't enjoy a fuel economy edge over base model V70 owners, as the two wagons use the same engine, a 2.4-liter, 168-horsepower number without benefit of a turbocharger. Some drivers were left craving some additional power, but they had their chance on the car lot, as the T5 trims deliver 218 hp with a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine.North Americans had to be patient to get behind the wheel of this car, which had been available in Europe for about 10 years previous. Many feel it was worth... |
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2005 volvo v50 Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds
...With its winning mix of Volvo safety and Scandinavian style, |
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2005 Volvo V50Source: MSN Autos...The V50's 5-cylinder engine may seem peculiar to some people, who might question why Volvo doesn't offer a smoother 6-cylinder engine. Good question. However, the T5 engine has little turbocharger lag. It propels the T5 from a standing start to 60 mph in just 6.9 seconds and provides quick 65-75 mph passing. The lower horsepower 2.4-liter engine provides decent acceleration and a few more miles per gallon in the city and on highways, with either transmission. Fun to Drive The solid-feeling V50 is fun to drive. It has quick power steering, although some may feel it's overassisted and thus a... |
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2005 Volvo V50 Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...A lowering kit reduces the ride height by 0.75 inch. Interior According to Volvo press material, the upholstery in the V50’s five-passenger interior was inspired by sportswear and the interior is “built of several visual layers.” The instrument panel’s texture is meant to signal “technical innovation” to the occupant. An Intelligent Driver Information System helps the driver focus on driving by selectively limiting nonessential vehicle information. Behind the ultraslim center stack is a storage compartment that can be accessed from either side. The center... |
Volvo V50 Related News
Volvo Kills U.S. V50 En Route To Smaller Lineup
Making your way in the car world today takes everything you've got, and Volvo is giving its all by taking away: the V50 will be discontinued, according to Volvo's U.S... January 27, 2011 by Nelson Ireson 2
