Volvo V50
The 2011 Volvo V50 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers.
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 21 | 30 | 24 | 11.2 | 7.84 | 9.8 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | wagon | 5 | 2.5 | Regular | 227 hp | 236 lb-ft | Inline-5 | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | GVWR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 | 4 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Rated vehicle | tpms |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2011 Volvo V50 SW AWD | standard |
Model year reports
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Volvo V50?
Carfocal currently has 1 published V50 report, covering 2011 through 2011. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2011 Volvo V50 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers.
Published year coverage: 2011.
Is the Volvo V50 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Volvo V50. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2011 volvo v50 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers. and the 2011 volvo v50's value proposition is significantly impacted by its 'below average' reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
1 published year-specific report are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Volvo V50?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2011.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 1
- Years tracked
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- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints