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2011 Volvo V50

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Rating7.9

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Compact Wagon
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$29,000 - $32,850
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Compelling exterior design and attractive interior layout

Restrictive second-row legroom

T5 is the new entry-level trim instead of the old 2.4i trim

Big cargo area and spacious front row

Absence of an all-wheel drive system

Naturally, the aspirated engine, all-wheel drive system, and manual transmission are no longer available

Inspiring built quality

Smaller fuel tank compared to rivals

Now both trims have a 2.5L Turbo Inline-5 engine

Specs & Features

$29,000

price

227 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

236 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

torque

5-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.5L 5cyl FWD 5A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact wagon segment, the 2011 Volvo V50 Wagon is a direct competitor to more expensive rivals such as the Audi A4 Avant Wagon and the BMW 3 Series 328i Wagon. Meanwhile, the Subaru Outback SUV V6 is an indirect challenger. The V50 starts off at an MSRP of $29,000, going all up to $32,850, with 2 trims in the lineup. Each trim is offered with a 2.5L Turbo Inline-5 engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission, producing 277 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the V50 manages a 0-60 of 7.1 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG.

Buying Advice

The base T5 trim is a better choice when combined with the Climate Package and the Multimedia Package. However, if you desire leather seats, a sunroof, and a front passenger power seat then you need the Preferred Package as well.

Trims

    Base
    $29,000 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 5cyl FWD 5A
    • Horsepower: 227 hp @ 5000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 236 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    T5
    $29,000 onwards
    • 16-inch machine finish alloy wheels
    • 17-inch graphite finish alloy wheels
    • 60/40-split-folding rear seats
    • Single chrome exhaust tip finisher
    • Soft-touch dash and upper/center door panels
    • Sport cloth seats with leatherette bolsters
    T5 R-Design
    $32,850 onwards
    • Cloth/Leather Seat trim
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

7.9
2011 Volvo V50

Price

$29,000- $33,725

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.86

Horsepower

227 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

236 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

Capacity

7

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2011 Volvo V50 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    		Source
    		6.8 sec
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    2011 Volvo V50 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		Source
      		21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg15.9 gal.333.9/477 mi.

      2011 Volvo V50 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		Source
        		178 in.69.7 in.57.4 in.6 in.103.9 in.

        2011 Volvo V50 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		Source
          		27.4 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.62.6 cu.ft.

          2011 Volvo V50 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            		Source
            		62.6 cu.ft.27.4 cu.ft.62.6 cu.ft.

            2011 Volvo V50 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		Source
              		2000 lbs.880 lbs.3524 lbs.

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