Used 2005 Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M) Consumer Reviews
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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.
Love my V50 T5 AWD
KD, 01/12/2006
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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I test drove several small wagons, small SUV's and this car was head & shoulders above the rest. Love the heated seats. Easily load skis! Now I've had the car for just over 6 months and I STILL LOVE IT! Now have about 8000 miles on it. Would buy this car again.
Great Car
Rick, 03/18/2006
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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I also have a V40. I love the V50T. It drives great, gets good gas mileage. We are retirees, but we enjoy the spunk, reputation, and durability of the vehicle. The style is outstanding. We have a lot of people come up and admire the car.
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.
Joys of the 6-Speed
Gin, 03/21/2006
Volvo V50 T5 AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M)
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I researched the car for about 9 months but had to wait to get the manual transmission. So far it has been a good experience, but it doesn't get as good mileage as my husband's BMW X3 2.5L, and the alternator went at approx. 7K miles. Highs are the great (stiff) road feel, peppiness, high-quality interior, awesome sound system, and ample back storage. Lows are the mileage and minimal front storage. I live in New England and find that the climate package is well worth the added cash.