Used 2005 Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M) Consumer Reviews
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133,000 and 6 years and running very well
jsrobinow, San Francisco, CA, 08/29/2014
updated 08/29/2018
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used via E bay from a private seller. It has had only three odd failures that were easily fixed. One rear hub sheared off three bolts and was replaced. Cause was never determined. Fuel pump module and oil trap failed and were replaced. Other service has been routine. It handles well, accelerates well and gets 25 to 28 mpg day in and day out. With snow tires used in the winter with four wheel drive and six speed manual trans it is an amazing winter car. I go places that the SUV crowd can't go because they use "all-season" tires which in fact are really "no-season" tires. Great car overall, fun stylish and versatile. Now at 179,000 and still ticking. Front struts, rear shocks and left CV shaft replaced as they merely wore out. Interior headliner also replaced. No other significant problems.
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Not an Auspicious Start
R. Firenze, 03/24/2006
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've always wanted a Volvo turbo wagon. When I came across a left over 05 T5 AWD..I decided to take a chance on a non-Japanese made car. After only 3K I'm not sure it was a wise decision. Car developed serious left pull,door hinge squeaked loudly,radio freezes on occasion, hinged door on cargo cover rattles so badly I've simply removed it, armrest storage lid stuck and was replaced, as was the power steering pump..yep. It does drive nicely.Ample power.Good handling.Great in foul weather even w/17" wheels and stock all-season Pilots.I'm averaging 20.2 MPG. After years of driving Japanese cars and dreaming of owing a Volvo I can only hope this doesn't turn out to be a nightmare.
Fun to drive family car
kermit, 10/23/2008
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We bought our V50 wagon because we had a baby on the way. It was by far the best looking in it class. We've had some minor issues. The visor mirror lights stopped working, but the dealership fixed it without complaint. My biggest gripe has been that it goes through breaks and tires fast. The brakes needed replaced at 25k and the tires will need replaced before 40k. The car also has a tendency to look the saved seat settings. It can take or day or two to get it right again. Overall, the car has been great though. I would definitely buy one again.
V50 T5 AWD has been great so far
BJTerp, 12/19/2004
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I traded in my Jeep Liberty for a new V50 T5 AWD because I wanted something fun to drive. The Volvo has not disappointed. The performance and handling are great for a car in this class, and the car feels very solid. Compared to the BMW 330xi and Audi A4 2.8 Avant, the V50 gives you a lot of bang for the buck, and better styling. The interior is beautiful, and very comfortable. The upgraded stereo sounds fantastic, and the 17" wheels give the car an aggressive look.
It has served me well.
PD, 05/27/2010
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have driven the car 58,000 miles now. Initially, I did have a cold start issue when new. But since that problem was fixed in the 1st year (software update), the car has worked perfectly for me. I own the turbo (T5 AWD) and it is a blast to drive. Handling is superb. Great acceleration and pick-up. I opted for the upgraded stereo which is truly spectacular - great crisp highs and deep lows. Edmunds also rated it very highly. Car/road/wind noise suppression is good. But higher end luxury cars will do better.
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