Used 2005 Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M) Consumer Reviews
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Review of Volvo V50 T5 AWD automatic
firsttimevolvoowner, 12/02/2004
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Overall, I am pleased with this car and would recommend it to others. However, there are both pros and cons. Let me list them and you can decide for yourself. 1) The sports-tuned suspension on the T5 AWD is a bit harsh/jarring over bumps. I test drove the FWD version and did not notice this. 2) mild vibration from passenger side seat over bumps. Not noticed when someone is sitting in the seat. 3) narrow/deep glove box and small door pockets.
beyond expectations
JP, 01/11/2005
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Volvo was not a contender in our original search for a station wagon. After much research we settled on the A4 wagon, then we went to the SF car show. A fantastic vehicle that trumps BMW and Audi on all the features that mattered to us; interior space, horsepower (torque lbs), and styling. Our only hesitation was that it was the first year model, but the $10k we saved convinced us to take the plunge.
V50 Review
pd23, 12/15/2004
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought the 2005 Volvo V50 T5 for its modern, sleek center panel, awesome upgraded stereo, and excellent low-end torque (i.e. great peppiness when driving). The AWD, Volvo safety, and beautiful outward appearance of the car are great. I chose this car over the the 2005 Subaru Outback (suboptimal stereo), Mazda 6 (only FWD), and Nissan Murano.
We love it.
dmhsg, 01/16/2005
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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Overall, a great wagon. This was my mid-life-crisis-leave-the-Sequoia-at- home-car: fun to drive but still goes up the ski hill, holds a kayak and dogs in the back. We bought the T5 AWD, with most upgrades except stereo and DVD. More headroom than 325ix, performance on par with Audi/BMW wagons for considerably less money. Rides a bit choppy in city, which is OK (and we're on 16 inch wheels), but tends to roll just slightly in spirited cornering unlike BMWs. Turbo thrust is even and strong. Performance on snow is fantastic. No problems. Go for the T5 AWD. In hindsight, I'd get the stereo and DVD NAV. By George, this wagon is a winner for Volvo.
near-volvo
Tom Rasmussen, 02/14/2005
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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Great car, and was a toss-up between this and XC70. (Other car in garage is XC90.) I like the size, drivability, powertrain, futuristic design. Haldex AWD is second to none. Although drive-feel and braking are excellent, they are not characteristically "Volvo-like". A/T does not shift as smooth as other Volvos with Aisin Warner unit, seats do no feel as good as 60, 70, 80 or 90 series. Wish SAT radio was available. Unique key system is over-engineered, and wish european keyless sys was available. Overall, I love this car, very unique, gets many looks and compliments. Next time when lease is up, I'm hoping for and "R" version, either V50 or V70.