2011 Volvo V50 review
Volvo V50 highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Mileage (EPA estimate)
21 city, 30 highway, 24 combined
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All Volvo V50 years
- 2011
What is new for the 2011 Volvo V50?
- The V50 is available in a new trim called the T5.
- The 2.4I trim has been discontinued for 2011.
- Blind Spot Monitor, Parking Sensors, and Smart Key features are now available as options on select trims.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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RepairPal gave the Volvo V50 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Volvo V50 22nd out of 25 among Luxury Compact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Volvo V50 is $544, compared to an average of $546 for Luxury Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Volvo V50 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 2.9 times per year, compared to an average of 1.8 times for Luxury Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 13% for the Volvo V50, compared to an average of 12% for Luxury Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Volvo V50 features and specs
T5 R 2WD 4D Wagon
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Dynaudio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
227
Torque (ft-lbs)
236
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
15.9
Wheelbase
103.9"
Overall length
178"
Width
69.7"
Height
57.4"
Leg room
F 41.6"/R 34.4"
Head room
F 38.1"/R 38.1"
Front tires
P205/50R17
Rear tires
P205/50R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
300/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2011 Volvo V50 FAQ
The 2011 Volvo V50 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- T5 R : 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- T5 : 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
The Volvo V50 received a rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Volvo V50 as 21 out of 25 among Luxury Compact Car
The 2011 Volvo V50 has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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