Overview & Reviews
The V50 is an all-new wagon from Volvo. It replaces the previous V40, and shares a platform with the recently redesigned Mazda 3.
- Legendary Volvo safety, IKEA-ready interior, crisp handling.
- Average performance from the non-turbo engine.
User Reviews:
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Lemon: very poor - 2005 Volvo V50
By Volvo_trouble - August 17 - 2:40 amCheck Engine light: related to fuel pressure. Fuel tank does not accept gas more than a gallon at a time Cruise control: Does not work properly. Car speeds up and slows down suddenly with jerks. Fault in module. Overall very disappointed
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The Worst Car of My Life - 2005 Volvo V50
By bob - August 12 - 9:23 amThis car has 44,000 miles.since Feb06, it has been on a flatbed 3x because it wouldnt start.Two of those times, I was on vacation 500 and 350 miles from home.They "fixed" it once.This car is a nightmare. Two sets of tire by 45000 @ $200/tire. Cd player has been replaced.Fuel line has been replaced.Rear wiper has fallen off.Should I expect more for a car in the $30+K range.Volvo customer care is a joke.They do not care."On Call" operators never told me about trip interruption insurance (Ive talked to about 6 of them). I received the info form a dealer.If this is any indication of Volvo quality-forget it. I cannot wait to rid myself of this car. This is the worst car purchase of my life.
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Electronics on this car is a nightmare! - 2005 Volvo V50
By V 50 is a haeadache - April 1 - 1:46 amWe are soccer parents so are on the road almost every weekend shuttling kids from event to another. We need a spacious and reliable car. The first 2 years were ok. The last 2 years have been a headache. The car is in the shop every month! The electronic system is always failing, with all kinds all scary warning signs: Engine Failure, Break Failure, Transmissions failure! This week was the worst. The immobilizer warning comes on and the key is stuck at position 1. Had to get it towed to the shop. Volvo has not been able to fix the problem after so many software upgrades. If you do not want to find yourself stranded 200 miles away from home, do not buy this car
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Electronic Problems, costly maintenance - 2005 Volvo V50
By sue - August 23 - 12:50 pmI like driving the V50. The problem with it is the electronices. Had to have the air worked on twice under warranty thank God. The home link, the air conditioning, radio and the cruise control have all needed computer updates. Im afraid of what will happen when it goes off warranty. Less than 5,000 miles left. I was also told that Volvo doesnt offer extended warranties. I would have to buy one of the after market warranties. The cost of regular maintenance is high. The maintenance today costs me over $500. That was an oil change, cabin filter change, coolant flush and front brake pads.
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Be Careful - 2005 Volvo V50
By Unhappy - February 21 - 10:26 amI have owned my V50 for 1 1/2 years and I have been unhappy almost since the day I purchased it. We had to be towed off the highway on the six day of ownership when the turbo went out. Weve had it in for repairs for a faulty radio, faulty cargo compartment and just recently the fuel hoses went out.
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Dont Purchase - Look at Competition - 2005 Volvo V50
By PBW - January 27 - 7:43 pmWifes car. Bought to replace V40. OK power. Expensive maintenance after warranty. Inside cramped for adults. Better cars out there unless you are looking for the Volvo brand and think it is still the safest - which it is not- good marketing campaign...
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Too many problems. - 2005 Volvo V50
By Sally - January 26 - 11:23 pmOur V50 has been in the shop a lot. Problems with the radio, the auto rear view mirror, the alignment, the radio, the outside temp indicator, engine cutting out. Cant remember how many computer upgrades have been done. The electronics on this car are terrible. Just got it out of the shop again--engine light on and the engine would cut out. Cost me over $500 to repair--this time it was the fuel pressure sensor which surprise needed to have another computer upgrade. Expensive to repair.
