Used 2011 Volvo V50 Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2011 V50, so we've included reviews for other years of the V50 since its last redesign.
Why Subaru copies VOLVO!
The Bird, 01/25/2010
2009 Volvo V50 T5 R-Design 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is the main reason Subaru is in existence...to offer a cheaply made alternative to people that can't quite afford a premium European brand. This car has it all! It's equipped with a Haldex AWD system years ahead of the Subaru technology. Lower noise than the subaru. "Safe and Sound" warranty 5 years of cost free ownership is unmatched in the industry! I will only need to pay for tires and gas for 5 years! It is above average in every respect.
Reasonable Mid-life Crisis
Mark, 06/06/2008
2008 Volvo V50 T5 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive. Nice test drive around Horsetooth Res. Have driven to numerous Frontrange ski areas in bad weather, car was great. Stability control saved car at I-70 and Dumont. I have Gecko green with Sparticus wheels. Exterior is sharp. Interior comfortable
It's a looker...for a wagon!
Joel in Germany, 05/21/2009
2009 Volvo V50 2.4i 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I drive it on the Autobahn in Europe, my normal speed...100 - 115 mph. It has plenty of power, comfortable seating, plenty of cargo room...it is what it is...a sportswagon. I purchased a few extras for it that you can't get in the states to include the color. Great experience with Volvo! Nice car! It replaced my 2002 Mini Cooper. I hope to have this Volvo for years to come!
very family friendly
Kid friendly, 08/03/2009
2009 Volvo V50 2.4i 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I sold my Jeep for a reason of too much as thirsty and bought this V50. Awesome quality! Although it does not have the power and torque feel like the Jeep, it suits the purpose of "utility". I would not complain about the road noise like other reviewers, because it's MUCH less compared to the Jeep. The seats fold flat, even the passenger seat folds down. I carry my 2 kids, plus their bicycles, balls, toys in the back cargo space, and still have space to spare. The car drives smoothly; the audio system is good. It's just perfect for a small family. My only problem is the gas mileage. I have not reached the 31 mpg as the manufacture stated. I averaged about 25-26 mpg in mixed driving.
Sadly we're mostly disappointed
darkknight1999, 03/16/2011
2011 Volvo V50 T5 4dr Wagon (2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A)
4 of 12 people found this review helpful
Well in a little over a year and I'm done with this car. The quality is just not there for the money. Things break inside and out. Examples: The plastic cap on the e-brake pops off and is now floating around the car; the rear tow hook bumper plug broke and fell out, so thats now missing; the front seat covers on the back that are roll under and clipped in pop off and are lose. The engine is loud... almost sounds broken. The brakes give off sooooo much dust if you don't wash the wheels twice a week in a month they'll be black. The tires that came stock, out of a list of 30 different tires are number 27... almost the worst you can get. Not exactly Safe+Sound!!! Snow tire are a must!!!