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Volvo V50

EPA MPG: 22 mpg

RECALL ALERT:
There are 3 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Road Test

The Volvo V50 is a bit small, but its efficient interior makes full use of the available space. However, that isn’t enough to compensate for a rear seat that's too small, even for children. We bought the turbocharged T5, which is quick and agile, but has a very stiff ride. Stability control was standard in later years, but AWD was dropped for 2011 models.

2010 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability

This Car
NA
vs. Similar Cars

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Volvo vs. Other New Car Brands

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
NA
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Volvo vs. Other New Car Brands

2010 Small sedans/hatchbacks Ratings

Features & Specs
Body Style
    wagon
Seating
2 front, 3 rear
Drive Wheels
AWD, Front
Engines Available
  • 2.4-liter 5 (168 hp)
  • 2.5-liter 5 turbo (227 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 5-speed automatic
  • 6-speed manual
Cargo Volume
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

Read more about extended warranties